1979 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1969 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Kadett 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 47 more horse power than 1969 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 330 kg more than 1969 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Kadett. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Delta | 1969 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Delta | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2430 mm |
