1978 Daihatsu Delta vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 34 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, 2012 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat 500 weights approximately 10 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, 2012 Fiat 500, 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Delta | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Delta | 500 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1096 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2301 mm |