1978 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1966 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Opel Rekord 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 1966 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Opel Rekord weights approximately 24 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 @ 3400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (118 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Delta | 1966 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Delta | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2640 mm |
