1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1980 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1980 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Allard Palm Beach (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 180 kg more than 1958 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 1980 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1958 Allard Palm Beach (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1958 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Allard Palm Beach | 1980 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Allard | Daihatsu |
Model | Palm Beach | Taft |
Year Released | 1958 | 1980 |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2030 mm |