1982 Lancia 037 Rallye vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye weights approximately 126 kg more than 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye 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 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon, 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, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye | 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 037 Rallye | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2640 mm |
