1979 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1985 Talbot Samba is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Delta 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 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 345 kg more than 1985 Talbot Samba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Daihatsu Delta (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Delta | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Talbot |
| Model | Delta | Samba |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2350 mm |
