2007 Ferrari F430 vs. 1986 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2007 Ferrari F430 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Delta. (163 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1986 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ferrari F430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2007 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Delta. (291 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ferrari F430 | 1986 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | F430 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 48 L |
