2005 Citroen C3 vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2005 Citroen C3 is newer by 16 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C3 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C3 weights approximately 134 kg more than 1989 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Citroen C3 (135 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C3 | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C3 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
