2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1985 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Delta (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 781 kg more than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda 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, 1985 Lancia Delta (191 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1985 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Panda | Delta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2480 mm |
