1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1988 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1988 Seat Marbella is newer by 7 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, 1981 Daihatsu Taft (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 340 kg more than 1988 Seat Marbella. 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 1988 Seat Marbella. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Taft | 1988 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Taft | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2170 mm |
