1991 Lancia Delta vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lancia Delta would be higher. Both 1991 Lancia Delta and 2011 BMW X3 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lancia Delta (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 BMW X3. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1991 Lancia Delta.
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, 2011 BMW X3 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lancia Delta. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lancia Delta | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Delta | X3 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 67 L |
