1985 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1982 Daihatsu Delta
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Daihatsu Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Daihatsu Delta would be higher. At 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1982 Daihatsu Delta. 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1982 Daihatsu Delta | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
Model | 75 | Delta |
Year Released | 1985 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2200 mm |