1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1995 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 1995 Fiat Tempra is newer by 16 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Tempra (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Fiat Tempra. 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, 1995 Fiat Tempra (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Taft | 1995 Fiat Tempra | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Taft | Tempra |
Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 1372 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2550 mm |