2008 Citroen C4 vs. 1995 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2008 Citroen C4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C4 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C4 weights approximately 218 kg more than 1995 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Citroen C4 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C4 | 1995 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C4 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
