1980 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 1980 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1301 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 41 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 45 kg more than 1975 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Daihatsu Delta (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Delta | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Simca |
| Model | Delta | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2530 mm |
