1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1997 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1997 Lancia Delta is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia Delta (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Delta weights approximately 310 kg more than 1973 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, 1997 Lancia Delta (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 1997 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 128 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2550 mm |
