1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2011 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2011 Ford Bantam is newer by 33 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, 2011 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 201 kg more than 2011 Ford Bantam.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Bantam. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Taft | 2011 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Taft | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2530 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2670 mm |
