1985 Fiat Vivace vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1985 Fiat Vivace is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Delta weights approximately 290 kg more than 1985 Fiat Vivace. 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, 1980 Lancia Delta (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Vivace | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Vivace | Delta |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2480 mm |
