2009 Fiat Ducato vs. 1987 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ducato is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Delta (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Ducato. (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Delta weights approximately 332 kg more than 2009 Fiat Ducato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Ducato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2009 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Delta. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Ducato | 1987 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Ducato | Delta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3460 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 56 L |
