1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2005 Peugeot 107
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 107 is newer by 27 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 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 107 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 107 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 107 should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 230 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 107.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Peugeot 107. 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, 2005 Peugeot 107 (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 107 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Taft | 2005 Peugeot 107 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Taft | 107 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2350 mm |
