2007 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1981 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2007 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 264 kg more than 1981 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, 2007 Citroen Berlingo (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Berlingo | 1981 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Berlingo | Delta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| 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 | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2480 mm |
