1998 Citroen ZX vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1998 Citroen ZX is newer by 18 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (75 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Citroen ZX. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen ZX weights approximately 85 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, 1998 Citroen ZX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (106 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen ZX | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | ZX | Delta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
