1975 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1974 Honda Life
To start off, 1975 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Life would be higher. At 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Daihatsu Taft (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 530 kg more than 1974 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Honda Life. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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 Daihatsu Taft (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1975 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Daihatsu Taft | 1974 Honda Life | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Taft | Life |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2090 mm |
