1981 Lancia Delta vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 30 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 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Panda weights approximately 29 kg more than 1981 Lancia Delta.
Because 2011 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Panda 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, 1981 Lancia Delta (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Delta | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Lancia | Fiat |
| Model | Delta | Panda |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2310 mm |
