1980 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1962 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1980 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 2,651 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Vauxhall Velox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Vauxhall Velox (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. (92 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Vauxhall Velox should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 150 kg more than 1980 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, 1962 Vauxhall Velox (200 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1962 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Delta | 1962 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Vauxhall |
| Model | Delta | Velox |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2720 mm |
