1980 Lancia Delta vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 29 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 5 (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 5 weights approximately 441 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.
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, 2009 Mazda 5 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (136 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 2009 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Delta | 5 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
