1990 Lancia Delta vs. 1998 Mazda Midge
To start off, 1998 Mazda Midge is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lancia Delta 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 133 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Midge. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Midge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Delta weights approximately 284 kg more than 1998 Mazda Midge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mazda Midge. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Lancia Delta (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Midge. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Midge.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lancia Delta | 1998 Mazda Midge | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Delta | Midge |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
