1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1978 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1981 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 150 kg more than 1978 Fiat Ritmo.
Because 1981 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. 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, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Daihatsu Taft | 1978 Fiat Ritmo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Taft | Ritmo |
Year Released | 1981 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2430 mm |