1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 1999 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1999 Lancia Delta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Delta (102 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Delta weights approximately 134 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara. 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, 1999 Lancia Delta (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 1999 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Xsara | Delta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
