1998 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1996 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1998 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Barchetta (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Delta weights approximately 70 kg more than 1998 Fiat Barchetta.
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, 1998 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Barchetta | 1996 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | Barchetta | Delta |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2550 mm |