1999 Lancia Delta vs. 2002 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2002 Mazda MPV is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda MPV (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda MPV weights approximately 514 kg more than 1999 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, 2002 Mazda MPV (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Delta | 2002 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Delta | MPV |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1644 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
