1979 Lancia Delta vs. 1995 Mazda MX-3
To start off, 1995 Mazda MX-3 is newer by 16 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda MX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda MX-3 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda MX-3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda MX-3 weights approximately 124 kg more than 1979 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Mazda MX-3 (134 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda MX-3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 1995 Mazda MX-3 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Delta | MX-3 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1059 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |
