2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 1996 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 11 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Delta (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Delta weights approximately 185 kg more than 2007 Fiat Palio II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Palio II | 1996 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Palio II | Delta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2550 mm |
