2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1987 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 30 kg more than 1987 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1987 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Punto | Delta |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
