1977 Daihatsu Delta vs. 2007 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 30 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Daihatsu Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Punto (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1977 Daihatsu Delta. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1977 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Because 1977 Daihatsu Delta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Daihatsu Delta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Fiat Punto (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Delta. (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Daihatsu Delta | 2007 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Delta | Punto |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2470 mm |
