1977 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1969 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1977 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Daihatsu Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Seven (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1977 Daihatsu Delta. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1977 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 499 kg more than 1969 Lotus Seven.
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, both vehicles can yield 123 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Daihatsu Delta | 1969 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lotus |
| Model | Delta | Seven |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2240 mm |
