1982 Lancia 037 Rallye vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 27 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 50 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 49 kg more than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (230 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Lancia 037 Rallye | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 037 Rallye | C |
Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 62 L |