1982 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1974 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1982 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen 1302 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 57 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 335 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen 1302. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen 1302. (85 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Daihatsu Delta | 1974 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Delta | 1302 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2410 mm |
