1982 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2010 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2010 Fiat Croma is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Croma (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Croma weights approximately 705 kg more than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Fiat Croma. 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, 2010 Fiat Croma (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Daihatsu Taft | 2010 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Taft | Croma |
Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2710 mm |