2003 Citroen C2 vs. 1995 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2003 Citroen C2 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lancia Delta (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Delta weights approximately 125 kg more than 2003 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Citroen C2 (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C2 | 1995 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C2 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2550 mm |
