2001 Citroen Osee vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2001 Citroen Osee 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Osee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Osee (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Osee should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Because 2001 Citroen Osee is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Citroen Osee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Osee (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (106 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Osee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta. 2001 Citroen Osee has automatic transmission and 1980 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1980 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen Osee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Osee | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Osee | Delta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1400 mm |
