1977 Chrysler 1609 vs. 1977 Daihatsu Delta
To start off, both 1977 Chrysler 1609 and 1977 Daihatsu Delta were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler 1609 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler 1609 (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1977 Daihatsu Delta. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler 1609 should accelerate faster than 1977 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler 1609 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1977 Daihatsu Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 Chrysler 1609 (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Delta. (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler 1609 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chrysler 1609 | 1977 Daihatsu Delta | |
Make | Chrysler | Daihatsu |
Model | 1609 | Delta |
Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2200 mm |