2009 Citroen C1 vs. 1994 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Delta (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Delta weights approximately 255 kg more than 2009 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Lancia Delta (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 1994 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C1 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
