1984 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1965 Porsche 912
To start off, 1984 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Porsche 912 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Porsche 912 should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 50 kg more than 1965 Porsche 912.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Porsche 912. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1965 Porsche 912 (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1965 Porsche 912 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Taft | 1965 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Taft | 912 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2220 mm |
