1980 Lancia Delta vs. 1969 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1980 Lancia Delta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1969 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1969 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Delta weights approximately 220 kg more than 1969 Peugeot 204. 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, 1980 Lancia Delta (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 1969 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Delta | 204 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1100 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 42 L |
