2008 Fiat 500 vs. 1998 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Delta (102 HP) has 48 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Delta weights approximately 150 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, 1998 Lancia Delta (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (146 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 500 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2550 mm |
