1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1978 Daihatsu Delta
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Delta (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 235 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Naked is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked will offer significantly more control. 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 (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Daihatsu Naked | 1978 Daihatsu Delta | |
Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
Model | Naked | Delta |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2200 mm |