2007 Citroen C1 vs. 1988 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2007 Citroen C1 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Delta weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 Citroen C1. 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, 1988 Lancia Delta (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C1 | 1988 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C1 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2480 mm |
