1978 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1967 Fiat 600
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 600 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 68 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 256 kg more than 1967 Fiat 600. 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, 1978 Daihatsu Delta (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Delta | 1967 Fiat 600 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Delta | 600 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2010 mm |