1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1992 Lancia Hyena
To start off, 1992 Lancia Hyena is newer by 11 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Lancia Hyena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lancia Hyena (251 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Hyena should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lancia Hyena weights approximately 128 kg more than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Lancia Hyena (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Lancia Hyena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Taft | 1992 Lancia Hyena | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Taft | Hyena |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1148 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2480 mm |
