1996 Lancia Delta vs. 2003 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2003 Mazda Premacy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Premacy (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Delta. (103 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 60 kg more than 1996 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Lancia Delta (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Delta | 2003 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Delta | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |
