1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1969 Ginetta G15
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ginetta G15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ginetta G15 would be higher. At 958 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ginetta G15 (51 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ginetta G15 should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Ginetta G15 (70 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1969 Ginetta G15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Taft | 1969 Ginetta G15 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ginetta |
| Model | Taft | G15 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2090 mm |
