1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1992 Rover Mini
To start off, 1992 Rover Mini is newer by 14 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, 1978 Daihatsu Taft (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1992 Rover Mini. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 495 kg more than 1992 Rover Mini. 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 1992 Rover Mini. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover Mini. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Taft | 1992 Rover Mini | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Rover |
| Model | Taft | Mini |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 2530 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2040 mm |
