1979 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1974 Mazda 818
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 818 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 23 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 205 kg more than 1974 Mazda 818. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Delta | 1974 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Delta | 818 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2320 mm |
