1978 Daihatsu Delta vs. 2001 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2001 Seat Cordoba is newer by 23 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Delta (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 40 kg more than 2001 Seat Cordoba. 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, 2001 Seat Cordoba, 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, 2001 Seat Cordoba (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Delta | 2001 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Delta | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2450 mm |
