1977 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1982 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1982 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 100 kg more than 1982 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Daihatsu Taft | 1982 Fiat Ritmo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Taft | Ritmo |
Year Released | 1977 | 1982 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2460 mm |