1978 Daihatsu Delta vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 29 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 104 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Delta | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Delta | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2610 mm |
