1980 Lancia Delta vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 32 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C4 (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 420 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, 2012 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (106 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Citroen |
| Model | Delta | C4 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
