1979 Lancia Delta vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Delta (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Delta weights approximately 60 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Lancia Delta (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Delta | 323 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2370 mm |
