1996 Citroen ZX vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1996 Citroen ZX is newer by 16 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen ZX weights approximately 95 kg more than 1980 Lancia Delta.
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, 1996 Citroen ZX (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (136 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen ZX | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | ZX | Delta |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
