2007 Fiat Punto vs. 1979 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Delta (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Punto weights approximately 70 kg more than 1979 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, 2007 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Punto | 1979 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | Punto | Delta |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 63.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 59 L |