1982 Lancia Delta vs. 1978 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1982 Lancia Delta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,300 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Delta weights approximately 131 kg more than 1978 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Delta | 1978 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Delta | Familia |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2270 mm |
