1984 Lancia Delta vs. 2004 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 407 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Delta (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 407. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Lancia Delta (192 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 407. (164 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Delta | 2004 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Delta | 407 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
