1980 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1974 Fiat 131
To start off, 1980 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 131 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 17 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 110 kg more than 1974 Fiat 131. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 131. 1974 Fiat 131 has automatic transmission and 1980 Daihatsu Delta has manual transmission. 1980 Daihatsu Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Fiat 131 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Delta | 1974 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Delta | 131 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2500 mm |
