1984 Lancia Delta vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 21 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Delta. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1984 Lancia Delta. 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 (192 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Delta | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Delta | 307 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
