1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1985 Fiat 127
To start off, 1985 Fiat 127 is newer by 6 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 1,049 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat 127 (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 190 kg more than 1985 Fiat 127.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Fiat 127. 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, 1985 Fiat 127 (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Taft | 1985 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Taft | 127 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2230 mm |
