1978 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1957 Ford 17M
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford 17M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford 17M would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Delta (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1957 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford 17M weights approximately 29 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Delta.
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, 1978 Daihatsu Delta (147 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford 17M. (129 Nm). This means 1978 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Delta | 1957 Ford 17M | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Delta | 17M |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2610 mm |
