1976 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2002 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2002 Fiat Stilo is newer by 26 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Fiat Stilo (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 390 kg more than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Fiat Stilo. 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, 2002 Fiat Stilo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Daihatsu Taft | 2002 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Taft | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2610 mm |
