1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk would be higher. At 3,050 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk weights approximately 330 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk. 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, 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Taft | 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Studebaker |
| Model | Taft | Silver Hawk |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 3050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3070 mm |
