1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1970 Fiat 850
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 850 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 11 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 450 kg more than 1970 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Fiat 850. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Taft | 1970 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Taft | 850 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2530 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2040 mm |
