1976 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 1976 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Vauxhall Firenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza (77 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 80 kg more than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza.
Because 1976 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. 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, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Vauxhall Firenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Daihatsu Taft | 1973 Vauxhall Firenza | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Vauxhall |
| Model | Taft | Firenza |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2470 mm |
