1979 Lancia Delta vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 33 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 120 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 625 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 2012 BMW 120 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 2012 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 2012 BMW 120 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Delta | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Lancia | BMW |
Model | Delta | 120 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 51 L |