1980 Lancia Delta vs. 2006 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 206 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 Lancia Delta (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 2006 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Delta | 206 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
