2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1988 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda.
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, 2005 Fiat Panda (255 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1988 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Panda | Delta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2480 mm |
