1978 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1977 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Delta (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 349 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Daihatsu Delta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1978 Daihatsu Delta (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
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1978 Daihatsu Delta | 1977 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Delta | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1978 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1117 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2300 mm |