1991 Lancia Delta vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 22 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. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1991 Lancia Delta. (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1991 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 155 kg more than 1991 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 1 Series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Lancia Delta (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 1 Series. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1991 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lancia Delta | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Delta | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.7 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 53 L |
