1998 Citroen C 15 vs. 1993 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1998 Citroen C 15 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Delta (212 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1998 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Delta weights approximately 360 kg more than 1998 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Lancia Delta (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen C 15 | 1993 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | C 15 | Delta |
Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |