1976 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2000 Proton 400
To start off, 2000 Proton 400 is newer by 24 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, 2000 Proton 400 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (66 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 Proton 400.
Because 1976 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Proton 400. 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, 1976 Daihatsu Taft (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton 400. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Daihatsu Taft | 2000 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Proton |
| Model | Taft | 400 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2510 mm |
