1960 Austin 7 vs. 1979 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 958 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Taft (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 410 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Daihatsu Taft (63 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1979 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin 7 | 1979 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | 7 | Taft |
Year Released | 1960 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 63 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |