1981 Lancia Delta vs. 2010 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2010 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Ulysse (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 800 kg more than 1981 Lancia Delta. 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, 2010 Fiat Ulysse (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Delta | 2010 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Lancia | Fiat |
| Model | Delta | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1736 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2830 mm |
