1975 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1990 Toyota Sera
To start off, 1990 Toyota Sera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Sera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Sera (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Sera should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 114 kg more than 1990 Toyota Sera.
Because 1975 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Toyota Sera. 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, 1990 Toyota Sera (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Sera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Daihatsu Taft | 1990 Toyota Sera | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Taft | Sera |
Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2330 mm |