1977 Daihatsu Delta vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 32 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, 1977 Daihatsu Delta (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 149 kg more than 1977 Daihatsu Delta.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Citi, 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, 2009 Volkswagen Citi (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Delta. (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Daihatsu Delta | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Delta | Citi |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2410 mm |
