1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 26 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 3 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 85 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Taft | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Taft | Panda |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2530 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2230 mm |
