1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1998 Morgan 4
To start off, 1998 Morgan 4 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 140 kg more than 1998 Morgan 4.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Morgan 4. 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 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Taft | 1998 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Morgan |
Model | Taft | 4 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2450 mm |