1987 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1981 Daihatsu Delta
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Daihatsu Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Daihatsu Delta would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 (130 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 5 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90.
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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 (176 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1981 Daihatsu Delta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | 90 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2200 mm |
