1986 Citroen BX vs. 1979 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1986 Citroen BX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (88 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Delta weights approximately 35 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX.
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, 1986 Citroen BX (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1979 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | BX | Delta |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |
