1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1982 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1982 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 958 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 450 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700.
Because 1982 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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 700 (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1960 Abarth 700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 1982 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
| Model | 700 | Taft |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
