1996 Lancia Delta vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 13 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 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (182 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Delta. (111 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 400 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, 2009 Mazda 6 (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Delta. (157 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lancia Delta | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Lancia | Mazda |
Model | Delta | 6 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2183 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |