1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1988 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1988 Lancia Delta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1988 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Ferrari 208 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Ferrari 208. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Ferrari 208 (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 1988 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | 208 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2480 mm |
