1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1965 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 2,530 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 305 kg more than 1965 Triumph Vitesse.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. 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 (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Taft | 1965 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Triumph |
| Model | Taft | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 2530 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2270 mm |
