1980 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1961 Renault Floride
To start off, 1980 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Renault Floride would be higher. At 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Daihatsu Taft (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1961 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 260 kg more than 1961 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Renault Floride. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Daihatsu Taft (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1980 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Taft | 1961 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Taft | Floride |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2270 mm |
