1995 Lancia Delta vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 17 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 3 weights approximately 180 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, 2012 Mazda 3 (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lancia Delta | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Delta | 3 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2639 mm |
