1973 Fiat 850 vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1989 Lancia Delta is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Delta (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 850.
Because 1989 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Lancia Delta (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 850 | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 850 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2480 mm |
