1948 Citroen 15 vs. 1996 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1996 Lancia Delta is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Delta (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Citroen 15 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1996 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, 1948 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Delta. (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1948 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Citroen 15 | 1996 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | 15 | Delta |
Year Released | 1948 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 72.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2550 mm |