1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 1988 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1996 Fiat Coupe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 375 kg more than 1988 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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (311 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Coupe | 1988 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Coupe | Delta |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2480 mm |
