1975 BMW 1602 vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1980 Lancia Delta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 1602 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 1602 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Delta weights approximately 170 kg more than 1975 BMW 1602.
Because 1975 BMW 1602 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 BMW 1602. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Lancia Delta (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1602 | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 1602 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |
