1978 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1990 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Delta 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 47 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 331 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno. 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, 1990 Fiat Uno, 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 (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Delta | 1990 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Delta | Uno |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2370 mm |
