1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 33 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Jazz (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Jazz. 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, 2012 Honda Jazz (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Taft | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Taft | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2510 mm |
