1982 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1970 Fiat 124
To start off, 1982 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Daihatsu Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 124 (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 125 kg more than 1970 Fiat 124.
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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 124. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Daihatsu Delta | 1970 Fiat 124 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Delta | 124 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2430 mm |