1981 Fiat Panda vs. 1979 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1981 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Delta (88 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Delta weights approximately 335 kg more than 1981 Fiat Panda. 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, 1979 Lancia Delta (123 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat Panda | 1979 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | Panda | Delta |
Year Released | 1981 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 71.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 57 L |