1996 Lancia Delta vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 16 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 2 (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Delta. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Delta weights approximately 180 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2.
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, 2012 Mazda 2 (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Delta. (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Delta | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Delta | 2 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1280 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2489 mm |
