1968 Fiat 125 vs. 1996 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1996 Lancia Delta is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Delta (111 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Delta weights approximately 210 kg more than 1968 Fiat 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 125 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Fiat 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Lancia Delta (157 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 125 | 1996 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | 125 | Delta |
Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2550 mm |