1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1980 Daihatsu Delta
To start off, 1985 Citroen Visa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Daihatsu Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Daihatsu Delta would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Daihatsu Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen Visa (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. (92 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 209 kg more than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Because 1980 Daihatsu Delta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Daihatsu Delta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Daihatsu Delta (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen Visa | 1980 Daihatsu Delta | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | Visa | Delta |
Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 92 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2200 mm |