1976 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1970 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1976 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,110 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Peugeot 504 (57 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 190 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 1970 Peugeot 504. 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, 1970 Peugeot 504 (126 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1970 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Daihatsu Taft | 1970 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Taft | 504 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 2110 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2750 mm |
