1972 Fiat Dino vs. 1990 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1990 Lancia Delta is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Delta (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat Dino weights approximately 150 kg more than 1990 Lancia Delta.
Because 1990 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Fiat Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Lancia Delta (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat Dino | 1990 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | Dino | Delta |
Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2480 mm |