1998 Lancia Delta vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1998 Lancia Delta is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Delta (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Delta weights approximately 282 kg more than 1972 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Lancia Delta (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Delta | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Delta | Luce |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
