1979 Citroen GSA vs. 2010 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2010 Lancia Delta is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen GSA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen GSA would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lancia Delta (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lancia Delta weights approximately 510 kg more than 1979 Citroen GSA. 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, 2010 Lancia Delta (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen GSA | 2010 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | GSA | Delta |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 16.5:1 |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |