2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1996 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Delta (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Delta weights approximately 415 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. 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, 1996 Lancia Delta (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1996 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Panda | Delta |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2550 mm |
