1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1986 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1986 Lancia Delta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Delta (163 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lancia Delta weights approximately 350 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Lancia Delta (291 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 1986 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Visa | Delta |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2490 mm |
