1975 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 31 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 980 kg more than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Daihatsu Taft | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
Model | Taft | Sportage |
Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2640 mm |