1982 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1970 Honda S600
To start off, 1982 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda S600 would be higher. At 2,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (68 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 605 kg more than 1970 Honda S600.
Because 1982 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Honda S600. 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, 1982 Daihatsu Taft (165 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1982 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Daihatsu Taft | 1970 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Taft | S600 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2764 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
