1968 Fiat 500 vs. 1984 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1984 Lancia Delta is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Delta (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Delta weights approximately 465 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 500 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 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Lancia Delta (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 500 | 1984 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 500 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 59 L |
