1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1983 Zastava 102
To start off, 1983 Zastava 102 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Zastava 102 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Zastava 102 (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Zastava 102 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 250 kg more than 1983 Zastava 102.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Zastava 102 (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 Zastava 102 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Taft | 1983 Zastava 102 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Zastava |
| Model | Taft | 102 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2160 mm |
