1973 Citroen GS vs. 1998 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1998 Lancia Delta is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen GS would be higher. At 1,990 cc, 1973 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Citroen GS (107 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Delta weights approximately 80 kg more than 1973 Citroen GS.
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, 1998 Lancia Delta (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen GS | 1998 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | GS | Delta |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 61 L |
