1997 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1996 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1997 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Delta (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Delta weights approximately 210 kg more than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. 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, 1996 Lancia Delta (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Berlingo | 1996 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | Berlingo | Delta |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 72.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |