1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2007 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 28 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 1,366 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Strada (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Strada weights approximately 60 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Strada (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Taft | 2007 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Taft | Strada |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2720 mm |
