1979 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Trabant P 601 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 470 kg more than 1965 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Daihatsu Delta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Trabant P 601, 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, 1979 Daihatsu Delta (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Delta | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Trabant |
| Model | Delta | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2030 mm |
