1979 Lancia Delta vs. 2005 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 407 is newer by 26 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 407 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1979 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, 2005 Peugeot 407 (317 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 2005 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Delta | 407 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 66 L |
