1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1994 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1994 Lancia Delta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 114 kg more than 1994 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Citroen Xantia (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1994 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Xantia | Delta |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
