2007 Citroen C2 vs. 1983 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2007 Citroen C2 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C2 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Lancia Delta (106 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C2 | 1983 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C2 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2480 mm |
