1983 Lancia Delta vs. 1979 Mazda 616
To start off, 1983 Lancia Delta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Delta weights approximately 25 kg more than 1979 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Delta. (106 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Delta | 1979 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Delta | 616 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2480 mm |
