1959 Austin A 90 vs. 1980 Daihatsu Delta
To start off, 1980 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 90 (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. (92 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 90 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1959 Austin A 90 (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 90 | 1980 Daihatsu Delta | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | A 90 | Delta |
Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 92 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2200 mm |