1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 1983 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1983 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 would be higher. At 2,911 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 weights approximately 123 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 (237 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 1983 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Daihatsu |
| Model | 3000 | Taft |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 2911 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2030 mm |
