1966 Citroen DS vs. 1985 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1985 Lancia Delta is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 515 kg more than 1985 Lancia Delta. 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, 1966 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1966 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 1985 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | DS | Delta |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2480 mm |
