1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1996 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 106 is newer by 17 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 958 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 106 (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 220 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 106.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Peugeot 106. 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, 1996 Peugeot 106 (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Taft | 1996 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Taft | 106 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2390 mm |
