1999 Citroen C 15 vs. 1979 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1999 Citroen C 15 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1979 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, 1999 Citroen C 15 (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen C 15 | 1979 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C 15 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 59 L |
