1988 Lancia Delta vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 is newer by 18 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Delta (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 288 kg more than 1988 Lancia Delta.
Because 1988 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Lancia Delta (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 407. (301 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Delta | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Delta | 407 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
