1979 Lancia Delta vs. 2007 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 607 is newer by 28 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), 2007 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 607 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 755 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, 2007 Peugeot 607 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 2007 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Delta | 607 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
