1973 Lancia Fulvia 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 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Delta. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Delta weights approximately 100 kg more than 1973 Lancia Fulvia.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Fulvia | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Fulvia | Delta |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
