1981 Fiat 127 vs. 1987 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1987 Lancia Delta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Delta weights approximately 230 kg more than 1981 Fiat 127. 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, 1987 Lancia Delta (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 1987 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 127 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2480 mm |
