1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1986 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 8 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Delta (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lancia Delta weights approximately 348 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta 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, 1986 Lancia Delta (285 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (86 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1986 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Punto | Delta |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
