1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1979 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1983 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 4 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Delta (85 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 10 kg more than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1979 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Ritmo | Delta |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 63.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 59 L |
