1960 Citroen DS vs. 1983 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1983 Lancia Delta is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 190 kg more than 1983 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, 1960 Citroen DS (137 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Delta. (106 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1960 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen DS | 1983 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | DS | Delta |
Year Released | 1960 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 55.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2480 mm |