1980 Fiat 126 vs. 1993 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1993 Lancia Delta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Delta (212 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Delta weights approximately 720 kg more than 1980 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Lancia Delta (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 126 | 1993 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 126 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2490 mm |
