1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1976 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1976 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero would be higher. At 982 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (91 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 450 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
Because 1976 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (104 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1976 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | Taft |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
