1973 Fiat 128 vs. 2010 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2010 Lancia Delta is newer by 37 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lancia Delta (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lancia Delta weights approximately 610 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, 2010 Lancia Delta (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 128 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
