1976 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1975 Mazda 616
To start off, 1976 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Daihatsu Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Daihatsu Delta (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 165 kg more than 1975 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Delta. (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Daihatsu Delta | 1975 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Delta | 616 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2480 mm |
