1965 Autobianchi Stellina vs. 1978 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Autobianchi Stellina would be higher. At 958 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Taft (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 360 kg more than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 Daihatsu Taft (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Autobianchi Stellina | 1978 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Daihatsu |
| Model | Stellina | Taft |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
