1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1978 Daihatsu Delta
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Delta (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 90 weights approximately 304 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Delta.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1954 Austin A 90 (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 90 | 1978 Daihatsu Delta | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | A 90 | Delta |
Year Released | 1954 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2200 mm |