1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 1979 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1979 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ferrari F355 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Ferrari F355. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F355 | 1979 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | F355 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 59 L |
