1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 2,530 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 128 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 335 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Daihatsu Taft (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Taft | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Taft | 128 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 2530 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2240 mm |
