1978 Daihatsu Delta vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 31 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, 2009 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 234 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, 2009 Ford Focus, 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, 2009 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Delta | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Delta | Focus |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2650 mm |
