1996 Audi A6 vs. 1975 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Audi A6 (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A6 | 1975 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
Model | A6 | Taft |
Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2030 mm |