1976 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1967 Holden HR
To start off, 1976 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Holden HR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Holden HR would be higher. At 3,048 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Holden HR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Holden HR (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Holden HR should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Holden HR weights approximately 270 kg more than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. 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 1967 Holden HR. 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, 1967 Holden HR (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1967 Holden HR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Daihatsu Taft | 1967 Holden HR | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
| Model | Taft | HR |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 3048 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2700 mm |
