1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1961 Riley 4
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Riley 4 (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Riley 4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Riley 4 weights approximately 120 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 1961 Riley 4. 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, 1961 Riley 4 (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1961 Riley 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Taft | 1961 Riley 4 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Riley |
Model | Taft | 4 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1961 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2550 mm |