1978 Daihatsu Delta vs. 2002 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2002 Smart ForFour is newer by 24 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, 2002 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 116 kg more than 2002 Smart ForFour.
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, 2002 Smart ForFour, 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForFour. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForFour. 2002 Smart ForFour has automatic transmission and 1978 Daihatsu Delta has manual transmission. 1978 Daihatsu Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Smart ForFour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Delta | 2002 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Daihatsu | Smart |
Model | Delta | ForFour |
Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2510 mm |