1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 1987 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1996 Citroen Xantia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Delta (182 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 38 kg more than 1987 Lancia Delta.
Because 1987 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Lancia Delta (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Xantia | 1987 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Xantia | Delta |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1267 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
