1981 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1973 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1981 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph 1500 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 31 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 120 kg more than 1973 Triumph 1500. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1981 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Delta | 1973 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Triumph |
| Model | Delta | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2460 mm |
