1983 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2008 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 25 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Because 1983 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Palio. 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, 2008 Fiat Palio (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Taft | 2008 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Taft | Palio |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2380 mm |
