1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lotus Europa (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 410 kg more than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1966 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Taft | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lotus |
| Model | Taft | Europa |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2340 mm |
