1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1986 Talbot Samba is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 958 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 44 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 280 kg more than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Talbot Samba (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Talbot Samba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Taft | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Talbot |
| Model | Taft | Samba |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2350 mm |
