1998 Lancia Delta vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Delta (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Delta weights approximately 382 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Lancia Delta (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Delta | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Delta | 206 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1410 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
