2008 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1979 Daihatsu Delta
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Delta would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Daihatsu Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Materia.
Because 1979 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 1979 Daihatsu Delta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Materia, 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, 1979 Daihatsu Delta (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Materia | 1979 Daihatsu Delta | |
Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
Model | Materia | Delta |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2200 mm |