1969 Fiat 500 vs. 1983 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1983 Lancia Delta is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Delta (250 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Delta weights approximately 790 kg more than 1969 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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, 1983 Lancia Delta (290 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 500. (27 Nm). This means 1983 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 500 | 1983 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 500 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 59 L |
