1996 Fiat Duna vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1996 Fiat Duna is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Delta weights approximately 90 kg more than 1996 Fiat Duna. 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 Duna (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (136 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Duna | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Duna | Delta |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2480 mm |
