1984 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2003 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 1,251 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Palio. 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, 2003 Fiat Palio (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Daihatsu Taft | 2003 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Taft | Palio |
Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 1251 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2380 mm |