1976 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 32 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (66 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 960 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Daihatsu Taft | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Taft | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3210 mm |
