1986 Lancia Delta vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lancia Delta weights approximately 119 kg more than 2000 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Smart ForTwo 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 2000 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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 Lancia Delta (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lancia Delta | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Lancia | Smart |
| Model | Delta | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 1820 mm |
