1982 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1957 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1982 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 958 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Daihatsu Taft (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1957 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1957 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 170 kg more than 1957 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Daihatsu Taft (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Trabant P 70. (55 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Daihatsu Taft | 1957 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Trabant |
Model | Taft | P 70 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 55 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2390 mm |