1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1973 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Skoda 1202 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Skoda 1202 (45 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Skoda 1202 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 85 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 1973 Skoda 1202. 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, 1973 Skoda 1202 (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Skoda 1202 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Taft | 1973 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Taft | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2690 mm |
