2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 20 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1980 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ferrari 550 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ferrari 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | 550 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 59 L |
