2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1988 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 135 kg more than 1988 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 Palio (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1988 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Palio | Delta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2480 mm |
