1979 Lancia Delta vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2002 BMW X5 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW X5 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW X5 weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1979 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 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, 2002 BMW X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 2002 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Delta | X5 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.1 L/100km | 17.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 93 L |
