1982 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1962 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1982 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Daihatsu Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Daihatsu Delta (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 215 kg more than 1962 Fiat 1100. 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, 1982 Daihatsu Delta (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Daihatsu Delta | 1962 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Delta | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2340 mm |
