1978 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1962 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat 2300 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 224 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1962 Fiat 2300 (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Delta | 1962 Fiat 2300 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Delta | 2300 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2660 mm |
