1995 Lancia Delta vs. 1997 Mazda 323
To start off, 1997 Mazda 323 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda 323 (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda 323 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1995 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Mazda 323 (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lancia Delta | 1997 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Delta | 323 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
