1983 Citroen BX vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1983 Citroen BX is newer by 3 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, 1980 Lancia Delta (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Delta weights approximately 201 kg more than 1983 Citroen BX. 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, 1980 Lancia Delta (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | BX | Delta |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 899 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
