1983 Lancia Delta vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Lancia Delta (106 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Delta | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Delta | 206 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |
