1981 Lancia Delta vs. 2009 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 207 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Delta (75 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Peugeot 207. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2009 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 138 kg more than 1981 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, 2009 Peugeot 207 (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Delta | 2009 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Delta | 207 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2550 mm |
