1982 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1982 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lancia Appia (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 70 kg more than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Because 1982 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1962 Lancia Appia (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1962 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Daihatsu Taft | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Taft | Appia |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2520 mm |
