1982 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1973 Fiat 850
To start off, 1982 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 850 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 40 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 850.
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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Daihatsu Delta | 1973 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Delta | 850 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2040 mm |
