1991 Fiat Tipo vs. 1997 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1997 Lancia Delta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Tipo 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 43 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Delta weights approximately 40 kg more than 1991 Fiat Tipo.
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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Tipo | 1997 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Tipo | Delta |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
