1983 Ford Fiesta vs. 1979 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1983 Ford Fiesta 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 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Delta weights approximately 220 kg more than 1983 Ford Fiesta. 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 (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fiesta | 1979 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Fiesta | Delta |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 59 L |
