1999 Audi A4 vs. 1976 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 23 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 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (262 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1976 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, 1999 Audi A4 (400 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi A4 | 1976 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
Model | A4 | Taft |
Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2030 mm |