2001 Fiat Palio vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2001 Fiat Palio is newer by 21 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Palio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Palio weights approximately 135 kg more than 1980 Lancia Delta.
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, 1980 Lancia Delta (136 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Palio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Palio | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Palio | Delta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |
