1976 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 31 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 566 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 2007 Honda Civic. 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Daihatsu Taft | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Taft | Civic |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2660 mm |
