1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1963 Fiat Cabriolet
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Fiat Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Fiat Cabriolet (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 130 kg more than 1963 Fiat Cabriolet.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Fiat Cabriolet. 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, 1963 Fiat Cabriolet (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1963 Fiat Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Taft | 1963 Fiat Cabriolet | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Taft | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2350 mm |
