1979 Lancia Delta vs. 1998 Mazda Midge
To start off, 1998 Mazda Midge 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 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda Midge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Midge. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Midge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Midge weights approximately 31 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 (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Midge. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Midge.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 1998 Mazda Midge | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Delta | Midge |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
