1977 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1975 Fiat 130
To start off, 1977 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1977 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, 1975 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Daihatsu Taft | 1975 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Taft | 130 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2730 mm |
