1990 Lancia Delta vs. 1977 Mazda 616
To start off, 1990 Lancia Delta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Delta (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Delta weights approximately 340 kg more than 1977 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, 1990 Lancia Delta (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lancia Delta | 1977 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Delta | 616 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2480 mm |
