1980 Daihatsu Delta vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 20 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Daihatsu Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. (92 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 105 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.
Because 1980 Daihatsu Delta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Daihatsu Delta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Delta | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Delta | 146 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2550 mm |
