1984 Lancia Delta vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, both 1984 Lancia Delta and 1984 Peugeot 205 were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Delta (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Delta weights approximately 155 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 205. 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, 1984 Lancia Delta (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Delta | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Delta | 205 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2430 mm |
