1976 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 1976 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Daihatsu Delta (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1976 Daihatsu Delta.
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, 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Delta. (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Daihatsu Delta | 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Delta | W 110 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2710 mm |
