1985 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 2012 Brilliance BS4
To start off, 2012 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (346 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2012 Brilliance BS4. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 2012 Brilliance BS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037.
Because 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 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 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Brilliance BS4, 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, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Brilliance BS4. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 | 2012 Brilliance BS4 | |
| Make | Abarth | Brilliance |
| Model | Lancia 037 | BS4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |
