1971 Fiat 500 vs. 1979 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1979 Lancia Delta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Delta (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Delta weights approximately 400 kg more than 1971 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Lancia Delta (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat 500 | 1979 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | 500 | Delta |
Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 497 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 63.9 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 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 |