1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 258 kg more than 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Taft | 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Morgan |
Model | Taft | 4 Plus 2100 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2440 mm |