2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1997 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda 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. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia Delta (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Delta weights approximately 255 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda 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, 1997 Lancia Delta (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Panda | 1997 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | Panda | Delta |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 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 | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2550 mm |