1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1978 Daihatsu Delta
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 6 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
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, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (176 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1978 Daihatsu Delta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Alfetta | Delta |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1086 kg |
