1980 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1985 Maserati 420
To start off, 1985 Maserati 420 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Daihatsu Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Daihatsu Delta would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. (92 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Maserati 420 weights approximately 97 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, 1985 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Daihatsu Delta | 1985 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Maserati |
Model | Delta | 420 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2610 mm |