1980 Lancia Delta vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 744 kg more than 1980 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, 2006 Peugeot 407 (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Delta | 407 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 66 L |
