1979 Lancia Delta vs. 2003 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 307 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Delta (85 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 307. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Lancia Delta (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 307. (120 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 2003 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Delta | 307 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
