1980 BMW 628 vs. 1990 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1990 Lancia Delta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Delta (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1980 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1980 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW 628 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1990 Lancia Delta.
Because 1990 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 BMW 628. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Lancia Delta (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 628 | 1990 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 628 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2787 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
