1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1970 Daihatsu Fellow

To start off, 1981 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 958 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Daihatsu Taft (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 555 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1981 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. 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, 1981 Daihatsu Taft (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (37 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Daihatsu Taft 1970 Daihatsu Fellow
Make Daihatsu Daihatsu
Model Taft Fellow
Year Released 1981 1970
Engine Size 958 cc 354 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 44 HP 33 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 64 Nm 37 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Vehicle Weight 1020 kg 465 kg
Vehicle Length 3370 mm 3000 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1300 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2030 mm 2100 mm


 

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