1995 Lancia Delta vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 8 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (145 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 365 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, 2003 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lancia Delta | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Delta | 6 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
