2009 BMW 320 vs. 1995 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1995 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 320 (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 1995 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 320 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
