1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1967 Fiat Dino
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 Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,530 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat Dino (160 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 5 kg more than 1967 Fiat Dino.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Fiat Dino. 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, 1967 Fiat Dino (172 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Taft | 1967 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Taft | Dino |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 2530 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2260 mm |
