1983 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1993 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1993 Fiat Uno is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Fiat Uno (59 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 260 kg more than 1993 Fiat Uno.
Because 1983 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Fiat Uno. 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, 1993 Fiat Uno (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Taft | 1993 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Taft | Uno |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2370 mm |
