2000 Citroen C1 vs. 1979 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2000 Citroen C1 is newer by 21 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Delta (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Delta weights approximately 35 kg more than 2000 Citroen C1. 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, 1979 Lancia Delta (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C1 | 1979 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C1 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 63.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 59 L |
