1980 Lancia Delta vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 30 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 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Citi (100 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster 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 (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Delta | Citi |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 Length | 3890 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 49 L |
