1981 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1972 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1981 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Daihatsu Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Daihatsu Delta (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 410 kg more than 1972 Toyota Publica. 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, 1981 Daihatsu Delta (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Delta | 1972 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Delta | Publica |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2170 mm |
