1978 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1997 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1997 Subaru Impreza is newer by 19 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 2 more horse power than 1997 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1997 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 58 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Delta.
Because 1997 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Delta | 1997 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Delta | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1144 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2530 mm |
