1979 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1996 De Tomaso Bigua
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 17 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 315 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Delta. 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, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Delta | 1996 De Tomaso Bigua | |
| Make | Daihatsu | De Tomaso |
| Model | Delta | Bigua |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2680 mm |
