1966 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1979 Daihatsu Delta
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1979 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, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1966 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Aston Martin DB4 | 1979 Daihatsu Delta | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Daihatsu |
| Model | DB4 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2200 mm |
