1954 Citroen 15 vs. 1990 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1990 Lancia Delta is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Delta (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1954 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1954 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Citroen 15 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1990 Lancia Delta.
Because 1990 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Delta 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, 1990 Lancia Delta (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Citroen 15 | 1990 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | 15 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2480 mm |
