1985 Lancia Delta vs. 1976 Mazda 616
To start off, 1985 Lancia Delta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Delta (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lancia Delta weights approximately 92 kg more than 1976 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Lancia Delta (191 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Delta | 1976 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Delta | 616 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2480 mm |
