1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1967 Fiat 125
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 2,530 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 175 kg more than 1967 Fiat 125.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Fiat 125. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Taft | 1967 Fiat 125 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Taft | 125 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 2530 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2510 mm |
