1979 Lancia Delta vs. 2011 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2011 Mazda Premacy is newer by 32 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), 2011 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 520 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, 2011 Mazda Premacy (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 2011 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Delta | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| 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 | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 58 L |
