1983 Ford Fiesta vs. 1994 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1994 Lancia Delta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Delta (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Delta weights approximately 405 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Lancia Delta (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 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 | 1994 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Fiesta | Delta |
Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 957 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2550 mm |