2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 159 kg more than 1980 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, 2005 Ford Fiesta (208 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (136 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Fiesta | Delta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 59 L |
