1995 Lancia Delta vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1995 Lancia Delta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 309 (115 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Delta weights approximately 190 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 309.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Peugeot 309 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lancia Delta | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Delta | 309 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
