1979 Lancia Delta vs. 2002 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2002 Mazda Laputa is newer by 23 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 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Delta weights approximately 185 kg more than 2002 Mazda Laputa. 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, 1979 Lancia Delta (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 2002 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Delta | Laputa |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 30 L |
