1991 Citroen BX vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1991 Citroen BX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Delta weights approximately 75 kg more than 1991 Citroen BX. 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, 1980 Lancia Delta (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen BX | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | BX | Delta |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 63.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
