1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2002 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2002 Seat Toledo is newer by 23 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Toledo (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Toledo weights approximately 307 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Seat Toledo. 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, 2002 Seat Toledo (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Taft | 2002 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
Model | Taft | Toledo |
Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1327 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2520 mm |