1991 Fiat Tipo vs. 1983 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1991 Fiat Tipo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Fiat Tipo (145 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 245 kg more than 1983 Lancia Delta. 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, 1991 Fiat Tipo (173 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Delta. (106 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Tipo | 1983 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Tipo | Delta |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
