1999 Lancia Delta vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 13 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 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 3 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Delta.
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, 1999 Lancia Delta (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 3. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Delta | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Delta | 3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2639 mm |
