1982 Lancia 037 Rallye vs. 2005 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2005 Opel Tigra is newer by 23 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 135 more horse power than 2005 Opel Tigra. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Tigra weights approximately 29 kg more than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye.
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, 2005 Opel Tigra, 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Tigra. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye | 2005 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | 037 Rallye | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
