1977 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1977 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Daihatsu Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Daihatsu Delta (85 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 175 kg more than 1959 Lancia Appia. 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 Daihatsu Delta (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Daihatsu Delta | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Delta | Appia |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2520 mm |
