1993 Citroen Bx vs. 1979 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1993 Citroen Bx is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 1,359 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Bx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Bx (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Bx should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 120 kg more than 1993 Citroen Bx.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen Bx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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 Citroen Bx (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Bx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Bx | 1979 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Bx | Taft |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2030 mm |
