2007 Citroen C3 vs. 1983 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C3 weights approximately 70 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, 2007 Citroen C3 (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Delta. (106 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 1983 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C3 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 935 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 |
