1980 Daihatsu Delta vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2000 Smart Roadster 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 Smart Roadster (101 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. (92 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Delta.
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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Delta | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Smart |
| Model | Delta | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2370 mm |
