1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1973 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 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 1973 Volkswagen SP2.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Taft | 1973 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Taft | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |
