1981 Lancia Delta vs. 1998 Mazda 121
To start off, 1998 Mazda 121 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 121 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1981 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, 1998 Mazda 121 (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Delta | 1998 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Delta | 121 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
