1980 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1996 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1996 Reliant Scimitar 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Reliant Scimitar (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 127 kg more than 1996 Reliant Scimitar.
Because 1980 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Reliant Scimitar. 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 Reliant Scimitar (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Taft | 1996 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Reliant |
| Model | Taft | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2140 mm |
