2001 Citroen C3 vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2001 Citroen C3 is newer by 21 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 1,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C3 weights approximately 43 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, 2001 Citroen C3 (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (106 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C3 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 59 L |
