1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2011 Seat Altea
To start off, 2011 Seat Altea is newer by 30 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Altea weights approximately 174 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.
Because 1981 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Seat Altea. 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, 2011 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Daihatsu Taft | 2011 Seat Altea | |
Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
Model | Taft | Altea |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2470 mm |