1976 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2010 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2010 Lancia Musa is newer by 34 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, 2010 Lancia Musa (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (66 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lancia Musa weights approximately 218 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 2010 Lancia Musa. 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, 2010 Lancia Musa (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Daihatsu Taft | 2010 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Taft | Musa |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2520 mm |
