1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1979 Daihatsu Delta
To start off, 1980 Austin Mini Metro is newer by 1 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 29 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 331 kg more than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. 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, 1980 Austin Mini Metro, 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, 1979 Daihatsu Delta (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Mini Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Mini Metro | 1979 Daihatsu Delta | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Mini Metro | Delta |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2200 mm |
