1980 Lancia Delta vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 30 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 2,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 150 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 2010 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (136 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Delta | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
