1960 Citroen 2CV vs. 1995 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1995 Lancia Delta is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lancia Delta (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Delta weights approximately 385 kg more than 1960 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Lancia Delta (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen 2CV | 1995 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | 2CV | Delta |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
