1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1995 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 1995 Fiat Bravo is newer by 14 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Bravo (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 10 kg more than 1995 Fiat Bravo.
Because 1981 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Fiat Bravo. 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, 1995 Fiat Bravo (111 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm). This means 1995 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Taft | 1995 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Taft | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2670 mm |
