1971 Citroen DS vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1980 Lancia Delta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1971 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Citroen DS weights approximately 237 kg more than 1980 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, 1971 Citroen DS (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (136 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1971 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen DS | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | DS | Delta |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2480 mm |
