1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1963 Renault 4
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Renault 4 would be higher. At 958 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Taft (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1963 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 360 kg more than 1963 Renault 4. 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 1963 Renault 4. 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, 1978 Daihatsu Taft (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Taft | 1963 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Taft | 4 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |
