1997 Fiat Vivace vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1997 Fiat Vivace is newer by 17 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 1,371 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Delta weights approximately 125 kg more than 1997 Fiat Vivace. 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, 1980 Lancia Delta (106 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Vivace | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Vivace | Delta |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1371 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2480 mm |
