1980 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2009 Peugeot 107
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 107 is newer by 29 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), 2009 Peugeot 107 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 107 (54 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 107 should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 230 kg more than 2009 Peugeot 107.
Because 1980 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Peugeot 107. 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, 2009 Peugeot 107 (130 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 107 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Taft | 2009 Peugeot 107 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Taft | 107 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2340 mm |
