1980 Lancia Delta vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 1985 Mazda 323 is newer by 5 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Delta weights approximately 35 kg more than 1985 Mazda 323. 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, 1985 Mazda 323 (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (136 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Delta | 323 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
