1982 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1972 Fiat 124
To start off, 1982 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Daihatsu Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 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 119 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 Fiat 124 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Daihatsu Delta | 1972 Fiat 124 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Delta | 124 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2290 mm |