1996 Citroen Saxo vs. 1982 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1996 Citroen Saxo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 2,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Daihatsu Taft (68 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 440 kg more than 1996 Citroen Saxo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Citroen Saxo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Daihatsu Taft (165 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (95 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1982 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Saxo | 1982 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Saxo | Taft |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 2764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2030 mm |
