1980 Lancia Delta vs. 1983 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1983 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 135 kg more than 1980 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Mazda Cosmo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Mazda Cosmo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Mazda Cosmo (149 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 1983 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Delta | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
