1979 Lancia Delta vs. 1999 Mazda 626
To start off, 1999 Mazda 626 is newer by 20 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda 626 (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda 626 weights approximately 405 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, 1999 Mazda 626 (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 1999 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Delta | 626 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
