1979 Daihatsu Delta vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 31 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 240 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.
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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147, 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Delta | 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Delta | 147 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2550 mm |
