1980 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1963 Renault Floride
To start off, 1980 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Renault Floride would be higher. Both 1980 Daihatsu Taft and 1963 Renault Floride are equipped with a 956 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Daihatsu Taft (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1963 Renault Floride. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 240 kg more than 1963 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 1963 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, 1963 Renault Floride (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1963 Renault Floride will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Taft | 1963 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Taft | Floride |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2280 mm |
