1972 Citroen Ami 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 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Delta (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 361 kg more than 1972 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Delta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Daihatsu Delta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Citroen Ami, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Daihatsu Delta (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Ami | 1978 Daihatsu Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Ami | Delta |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2200 mm |
