1978 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1991 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1991 Fiat Tipo is newer by 13 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Fiat Tipo (145 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 94 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.
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, 1991 Fiat Tipo, 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, 1991 Fiat Tipo (173 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Delta | 1991 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Delta | Tipo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2550 mm |
