1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1981 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1981 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,280 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 384 kg more than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Because 1981 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Abarth 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1969 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1969 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 1981 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
| Model | 1300 | Taft |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2030 mm |
