1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1975 Fiat 500
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 958 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Taft (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 510 kg more than 1975 Fiat 500. 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 1975 Fiat 500. 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, 1979 Daihatsu Taft (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Taft | 1975 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Taft | 500 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
