1966 BMW 1600 vs. 1979 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 BMW 1600 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 100 kg more than 1966 BMW 1600.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 BMW 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1966 BMW 1600 (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1966 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1600 | 1979 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 1600 | Taft |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2030 mm |
