1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1957 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1981 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fiat 1100 (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fiat 1100 should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 170 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1100.
Because 1981 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1957 Fiat 1100 (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1957 Fiat 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Taft | 1957 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Taft | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2360 mm |
