2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1979 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Delta (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Lancia Delta (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 1979 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | C5 | Delta |
Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 63.9 mm |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 59 L |