1979 Lancia Delta vs. 2010 Mazda 2
To start off, 2010 Mazda 2 is newer by 31 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Delta (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 2 weights approximately 419 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, 2010 Mazda 2 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Delta | 2010 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Lancia | Mazda |
Model | Delta | 2 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 15 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |