1952 Citroen 15 vs. 2012 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2012 Lancia Delta is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Delta (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1952 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1952 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Delta weights approximately 104 kg more than 1952 Citroen 15. 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, 2012 Lancia Delta (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Citroen 15 | 2012 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | 15 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2710 mm |
