2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 17 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 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 847 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Lancia Delta (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Palio II | Delta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2480 mm |
