1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 1978 Daihatsu Delta
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xsara is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Delta would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Delta (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 154 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Delta.
Because 1978 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 1978 Daihatsu Delta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xsara, 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, 1978 Daihatsu Delta (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 1978 Daihatsu Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Xsara | Delta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2200 mm |
