2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 1996 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2008 Citroen Picasso is newer by 12 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Picasso is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 24 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, 1996 Lancia Delta (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Picasso | 1996 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Picasso | Delta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
