1979 Lancia Delta vs. 1998 Mazda 323
To start off, 1998 Mazda 323 is newer by 19 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) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 323 weights approximately 237 kg more than 1979 Lancia Delta.
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, 1979 Lancia Delta (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 323. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Delta | 1998 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Lancia | Mazda |
Model | Delta | 323 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 123 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1147 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |