1978 Daihatsu Delta vs. 2004 Ford Puma
To start off, 2004 Ford Puma is newer by 26 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, 2004 Ford Puma (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 51 kg more than 2004 Ford Puma.
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, 2004 Ford Puma, 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, 2004 Ford Puma (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Delta | 2004 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Delta | Puma |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2450 mm |
