2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1984 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 105 kg more than 1984 Lancia Delta. 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, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 1984 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | Grande Punto | Delta |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1302 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |