1983 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1970 Daihatsu Fellow
To start off, 1983 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 958 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Daihatsu Taft (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 555 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Daihatsu Taft (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (40 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1983 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Daihatsu Taft | 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | |
Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
Model | Taft | Fellow |
Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2100 mm |