1998 Fiat Punto vs. 1995 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1998 Fiat Punto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lancia Delta (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Delta weights approximately 274 kg more than 1998 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Lancia Delta (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Punto. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Punto | 1995 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Punto | Delta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
