2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1985 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lancia Delta weights approximately 65 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. 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, 1985 Lancia Delta (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1985 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Punto | Delta |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
