2007 Citroen C4 vs. 1996 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2007 Citroen C4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Delta (103 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 112 kg more than 1996 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 C4 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 1996 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C4 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
