1976 Citroen CX vs. 1981 Daihatsu Delta
To start off, 1981 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 391 kg more than 1981 Daihatsu Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Daihatsu Delta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX, 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, 1976 Citroen CX (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1981 Daihatsu Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | CX | Delta |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2200 mm |
