1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1978 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 958 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Taft (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 485 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 Daihatsu Taft (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1978 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
| Model | 750 | Taft |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
