1980 Lancia Delta vs. 2004 Mazda 2
To start off, 2004 Mazda 2 is newer by 24 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 2 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1980 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, 2004 Mazda 2 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lancia Delta | 2004 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Lancia | Mazda |
Model | Delta | 2 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |