1982 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1966 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1982 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corona 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 21 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 140 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corona. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1982 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Daihatsu Delta | 1966 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Delta | Corona |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2430 mm |
