1990 Lancia Delta vs. 2012 BMW 123
To start off, 2012 BMW 123 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lancia Delta would be higher. Both 1990 Lancia Delta and 2012 BMW 123 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Delta. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 123 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1990 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 123. 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, 2012 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Delta. (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Lancia Delta | 2012 BMW 123 | |
Make | Lancia | BMW |
Model | Delta | 123 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 51 L |