1976 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1974 Audi Fox
To start off, 1976 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Audi Fox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Audi Fox would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Audi Fox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Audi Fox (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Audi Fox should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 108 kg more than 1974 Audi Fox.
Because 1976 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Audi Fox. 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, 1974 Audi Fox (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Audi Fox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Daihatsu Taft | 1974 Audi Fox | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Audi |
| Model | Taft | Fox |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2550 mm |
