1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 1999 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 1999 Mazda Laputa is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 658 cc (3 cylinders), 1999 Mazda Laputa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda Laputa (53 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Laputa should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda Laputa weights approximately 255 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Mazda Laputa (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda Laputa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. 1999 Mazda Laputa has automatic transmission and 1970 Daihatsu Fellow has manual transmission. 1970 Daihatsu Fellow will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mazda Laputa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 1999 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Fellow | Laputa |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2370 mm |
