1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1957 Packard Patrician
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Packard Patrician. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Packard Patrician would be higher. At 6,135 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Packard Patrician (286 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Packard Patrician weights approximately 890 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Packard Patrician. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1957 Packard Patrician (549 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1957 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Taft | 1957 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Packard |
| Model | Taft | Patrician |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 2530 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3240 mm |
