1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 34 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Taft | 2012 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Audi |
| Model | Taft | A4 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2809 mm |
