1987 Citroen AX vs. 1976 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 195 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Citroen AX (110 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen AX | 1976 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | AX | Taft |
Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 64 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2030 mm |