1980 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma is newer by 32 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Croma (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 80 kg more than 2012 Fiat Croma.
Because 1980 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat Croma. 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, 2012 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Daihatsu Taft | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Taft | Croma |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2710 mm |