1979 Lancia Delta vs. 2005 Mazda 5
To start off, 2005 Mazda 5 is newer by 26 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 5 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (88 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 5 weights approximately 451 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, 2005 Mazda 5 (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 2005 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Delta | 5 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
