1977 Alpine A 110 vs. 1981 Daihatsu Delta
To start off, 1981 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Daihatsu Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alpine A 110 (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 355 kg more than 1977 Alpine A 110.
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, 1981 Daihatsu Delta (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alpine A 110 | 1981 Daihatsu Delta | |
Make | Alpine | Daihatsu |
Model | A 110 | Delta |
Year Released | 1977 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2200 mm |