2002 Citroen C 15 vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2002 Citroen C 15 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C 15. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 9 kg more than 1989 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, 2002 Citroen C 15 (113 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C 15 | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C 15 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.4 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 | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
