1981 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1976 Porsche 912
To start off, 1981 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Daihatsu Delta (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1976 Porsche 912. (86 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1976 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Porsche 912 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1981 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, 1981 Daihatsu Delta (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Porsche 912. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Daihatsu Delta | 1976 Porsche 912 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
Model | Delta | 912 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2280 mm |