1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1989 Lancia Delta is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Delta weights approximately 221 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 850 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 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Lancia Delta (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 850 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2480 mm |
