1968 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1978 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Bizzarrini GT would be higher. At 2,530 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Bizzarrini GT (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Bizzarrini GT should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 505 kg more than 1968 Bizzarrini GT.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Bizzarrini GT. 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, 1968 Bizzarrini GT (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Bizzarrini GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Bizzarrini GT | 1978 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Daihatsu |
| Model | GT | Taft |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 2530 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2030 mm |
