2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Delta (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Delta weights approximately 451 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Lancia Delta (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | Panda | Delta |
Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1291 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 57 L |