2002 Ford Fiesta vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2002 Ford Fiesta is newer by 13 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Delta (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2002 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Delta weights approximately 171 kg more than 2002 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Lancia Delta (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Fiesta. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Fiesta | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Fiesta | Delta |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1291 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 57 L |
