2009 Fiat Croma vs. 1986 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Delta (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Croma. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Croma weights approximately 317 kg more than 1986 Lancia Delta.
Because 1986 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Lancia Delta (285 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Croma. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 1986 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Croma | Delta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
