1962 BMW 1500 vs. 1991 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1991 Lancia Delta is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1500 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lancia Delta (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1500. (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lancia Delta weights approximately 257 kg more than 1962 BMW 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 BMW 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Lancia Delta (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1500. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1500 | 1991 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 1500 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2490 mm |
