1980 Daihatsu Delta vs. 2002 MCC Smart
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 22 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, 1980 Daihatsu Delta (92 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 MCC Smart. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 269 kg more than 2002 MCC Smart. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Delta | 2002 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Daihatsu | MCC |
| Model | Delta | Smart |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| 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 | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2370 mm |
