1976 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1976 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,407 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 170 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1976 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Corolla. 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 Toyota Corolla (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Daihatsu Taft | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Taft | Corolla |
Year Released | 1976 | 1970 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 1407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2340 mm |