1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 10 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 105 kg more than 1980 Lancia Delta.
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 (136 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Tempra | Delta |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |
