1977 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1984 Morgan 4
To start off, 1984 Morgan 4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Daihatsu Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Daihatsu Delta would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Morgan 4 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1977 Daihatsu Delta. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 250 kg more than 1984 Morgan 4.
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, 1984 Morgan 4 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Delta. (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Daihatsu Delta | 1984 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Morgan |
Model | Delta | 4 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2450 mm |