1966 Abarth 700 vs. 1976 Daihatsu Delta
To start off, 1976 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Daihatsu Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Daihatsu Delta (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1966 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 505 kg more than 1966 Abarth 700. 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, 1976 Daihatsu Delta (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1976 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Abarth 700 | 1976 Daihatsu Delta | |
Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
Model | 700 | Delta |
Year Released | 1966 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2200 mm |