1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1970 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph 2000 (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 250 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Triumph 2000 (207 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Taft | 1970 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Triumph |
| Model | Taft | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2700 mm |
