1979 Lancia Delta vs. 2008 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 is newer by 29 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 6 weights approximately 419 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, 2008 Mazda 6 (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta. 2008 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1979 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1979 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 2008 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Delta | 6 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |
