1959 Abarth 500 vs. 1980 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1980 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Daihatsu Taft (44 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 575 kg more than 1959 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 500. 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, 1980 Daihatsu Taft (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 500 | 1980 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
Model | 500 | Taft |
Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 44 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |