1980 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1982 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1982 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 44 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 325 kg more than 1982 Fiat Panda.
Because 1980 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Fiat Panda. 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, 1982 Fiat Panda (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Taft | 1982 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Taft | Panda |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2170 mm |
