1944 Citroen 15 vs. 1979 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1944 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1944 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1944 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Citroen 15 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1944 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Taft 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, 1944 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1944 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1944 Citroen 15 | 1979 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | 15 | Taft |
Year Released | 1944 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2030 mm |