1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1983 Citroen Visa 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 30 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Delta weights approximately 295 kg more than 1983 Citroen Visa. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | Visa | Delta |
Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |