1975 Audi 50 vs. 1980 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1980 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 50 would be higher. At 1,091 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Audi 50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi 50 (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi 50 should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 335 kg more than 1975 Audi 50.
Because 1980 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Audi 50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1975 Audi 50 (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1975 Audi 50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 50 | 1980 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | 50 | Taft |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
