1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 19 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), 1998 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Colt (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 75 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Colt.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mitsubishi Colt. 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Colt (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Taft | 1998 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Taft | Colt |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2430 mm |
