1980 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1980 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,917 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat 124 (108 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 20 kg more than 1979 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Seat 124 (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Taft | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Taft | 124 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2430 mm |
