1980 Lancia Delta vs. 1955 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1980 Lancia Delta is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Because 1955 Peugeot 203 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Lancia Delta (106 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 1955 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Delta | 203 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
