2008 Fiat 500 vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Delta weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500. 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, 1980 Lancia Delta (106 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat 500 | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 500 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 59 L |
