2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Delta (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 45 kg more than 1989 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, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Delta. (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Grande Punto | Delta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |
