1978 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1990 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1990 Maserati Shamal 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 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 245 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, 1990 Maserati Shamal (445 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Delta | 1990 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Daihatsu | Maserati |
Model | Delta | Shamal |
Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 445 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2520 mm |