1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 11 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 1,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Delta weights approximately 175 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 (106 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Panda | Delta |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 59 L |
