1988 Lancia Delta vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 468 kg more than 1988 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, 2003 Peugeot 407 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Delta | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Delta | 407 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1995 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 | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1403 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2730 mm |
