1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1998 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1998 Lancia Delta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Delta (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Delta weights approximately 442 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa. 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, 1998 Lancia Delta (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1998 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Visa | Delta |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 225 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 | 890 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
