1981 Daihatsu Delta vs. 2009 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Opel Corsa is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Daihatsu Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Daihatsu Delta 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 2 more horse power than 2009 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Corsa weights approximately 528 kg more than 1981 Daihatsu Delta.
Because 1981 Daihatsu Delta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Daihatsu Delta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Delta | 2009 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Delta | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2520 mm |
