1980 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1961 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1980 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Daihatsu Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Daihatsu Delta (92 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 307 kg more than 1961 Ford Prefect. 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, 1980 Daihatsu Delta (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1980 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Delta | 1961 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Delta | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2220 mm |
