1986 Lancia Delta vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Delta (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lancia Delta weights approximately 142 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Lancia Delta (285 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lancia Delta | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Delta | 2 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2489 mm |
