2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 1996 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Delta (103 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 55 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Lancia Delta (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fiesta | 1996 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Fiesta | Delta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2550 mm |
