1976 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V
To start off, 1976 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Daihatsu Taft (66 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V weights approximately 74 kg more than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
Because 1976 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 Daihatsu Taft (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (107 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1976 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Daihatsu Taft | 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Taft | 170 V |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1946 |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2850 mm |
