1980 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1989 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1989 Ford Fiesta is newer by 9 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fiesta (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 102 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1980 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1989 Ford Fiesta (138 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Taft | 1989 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Taft | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2450 mm |
