2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1984 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Delta (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 110 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Lancia Delta (192 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1984 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Xsara | Delta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
