1975 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2011 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2011 Toyota Aygo is newer by 36 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 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Aygo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Aygo (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 155 kg more than 2011 Toyota Aygo.
Because 1975 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Aygo. 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, 2011 Toyota Aygo (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Daihatsu Taft | 2011 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Taft | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2340 mm |
