2007 Fiat Punto vs. 1984 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Punto (84 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Punto weights approximately 215 kg more than 1984 Lancia Delta. 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, 2007 Fiat Punto (195 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 1984 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Punto | Delta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
