1981 Fiat Strada vs. 1990 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1990 Lancia Delta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Strada would be higher. Both 1981 Fiat Strada and 1990 Lancia Delta are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Delta (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Strada. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Delta weights approximately 270 kg more than 1981 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Fiat Strada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Lancia Delta (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Strada. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat Strada | 1990 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | Strada | Delta |
Year Released | 1981 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |