1971 BMW Touring vs. 1985 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1985 Lancia Delta is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Delta (251 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lancia Delta weights approximately 167 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Lancia Delta (291 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 1985 Lancia Delta | |
Make | BMW | Lancia |
Model | Touring | Delta |
Year Released | 1971 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 7.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1197 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2330 mm |