1976 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1983 Lancia Beta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (66 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 24 kg more than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Because 1976 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lancia Beta. 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, 1983 Lancia Beta (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. 1983 Lancia Beta has automatic transmission and 1976 Daihatsu Taft has manual transmission. 1976 Daihatsu Taft will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Lancia Beta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Daihatsu Taft | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Taft | Beta |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2550 mm |
