1984 Lancia Delta vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 23 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), 2007 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 307 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 632 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, 2007 Peugeot 307 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Delta | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Delta | 307 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
