1976 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1961 Fiat 500
To start off, 1976 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Daihatsu Taft (66 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 520 kg more than 1961 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 500. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Daihatsu Taft | 1961 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Taft | 500 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 1950 mm |
