2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 1986 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Delta (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 272 kg more than 1986 Lancia Delta.
Because 1986 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Lancia Delta (285 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Stilo | 1986 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Stilo | Delta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
