1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1967 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,530 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Taft (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 395 kg more than 1967 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Daihatsu Taft (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Familia. (82 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Taft | 1967 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Taft | Familia |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 2530 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2200 mm |
