1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1978 Daihatsu Delta
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 456 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Daihatsu Delta (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1978 Daihatsu Delta | |
| Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
| Model | 1300 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1770 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2200 mm |
