1976 Ford Fiesta vs. 1985 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1985 Lancia Delta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Delta (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lancia Delta weights approximately 287 kg more than 1976 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Lancia Delta (191 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Fiesta | 1985 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Fiesta | Delta |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |
