1980 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1996 Fiat Palio
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 16 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (92 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 45 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Because 1980 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Palio. 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, 1996 Fiat Palio (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Daihatsu Taft | 1996 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Taft | Palio |
Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 92 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2370 mm |