2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Delta (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 24 kg more than 1989 Lancia Delta.
Because 1989 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Stilo. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Stilo | Delta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1291 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 57 L |
