1980 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2010 Fiat Linea
To start off, 2010 Fiat Linea is newer by 30 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Linea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Linea (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Linea should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Linea weights approximately 165 kg more than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Fiat Linea. 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, 2010 Fiat Linea (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Linea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Taft | 2010 Fiat Linea | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Taft | Linea |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2610 mm |
