1999 Lancia Delta vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 10 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 2,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 420 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.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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 BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Delta | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Delta | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3010 mm |
