1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1979 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1979 Lancia Delta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 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 22 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Delta weights approximately 90 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Lancia Delta (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1979 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 128 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 63.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |
