1980 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 26 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 1,123 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Taft.
Because 1980 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Smart ForFour. 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, 2006 Smart ForFour (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Taft | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Smart |
| Model | Taft | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2510 mm |
