1950 Citroen 2CV vs. 2010 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2010 Lancia Delta is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lancia Delta (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lancia Delta weights approximately 932 kg more than 1950 Citroen 2CV. 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, 2010 Lancia Delta (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 2CV | 2010 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | 2CV | Delta |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 498 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 58 L |
