1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1982 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1982 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 2,530 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 265 kg more than 1982 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Daihatsu Taft (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Taft | 1982 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Taft | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 2530 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2460 mm |
