1976 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1998 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 22 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, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (66 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 160 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Daihatsu Taft | 1998 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Taft | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2350 mm |
