2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 109 kg more than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda 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, 1980 Lancia Delta (106 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | Panda | Delta |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1302 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 55.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 59 L |