1980 Lancia Delta vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1980 Lancia Delta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Delta weights approximately 610 kg more than 1977 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Lancia Delta (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Delta | Chante |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2210 mm |
