1982 Lancia Delta vs. 1996 Mazda 121
To start off, 1996 Mazda 121 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 121. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 121 weights approximately 129 kg more than 1982 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, 1996 Mazda 121 (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Delta | 1996 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Delta | 121 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1064 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 |
