1979 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1964 Riley 4
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Daihatsu Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Delta (91 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1964 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1964 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Riley 4 weights approximately 67 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Delta.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Daihatsu Delta (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Delta | 1964 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Riley |
| Model | Delta | 4 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2530 mm |
