2005 Fiat Croma vs. 1995 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2005 Fiat Croma is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Croma (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Croma weights approximately 485 kg more than 1995 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Fiat Croma (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Croma | 1995 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Croma | Delta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
