2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 1997 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia Delta would be higher. Both 2007 Fiat Palio II and 1997 Lancia Delta are equipped with a 1,580 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia Delta (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Delta weights approximately 150 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, 1997 Lancia Delta (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 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 | 1997 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Palio II | Delta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2550 mm |
