1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,530 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 185 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Lancia Beta. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Taft | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Taft | Beta |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 2530 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2360 mm |
