1993 Citroen Bx vs. 2009 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2009 Lancia Delta is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Bx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Bx would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lancia Delta (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Bx. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Bx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Delta weights approximately 530 kg more than 1993 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, 2009 Lancia Delta (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Bx. (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Bx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Bx | 2009 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Bx | Delta |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 58 L |
