1999 Ferrari F50 vs. 1983 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F50 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Delta. (250 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Delta weights approximately 300 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F50.
Because 1983 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ferrari F50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Ferrari F50 (521 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Delta. (290 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F50 | 1983 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | F50 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 671 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10497 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 71.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 59 L |
