1999 Ford Puma vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1999 Ford Puma is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Puma (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Puma weights approximately 74 kg more than 1989 Lancia Delta. 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, 1999 Ford Puma (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Puma | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Puma | Delta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2480 mm |
