1999 Citroen C 15 vs. 1981 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1999 Citroen C 15 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen C 15 (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 75 kg more than 1999 Citroen C 15.
Because 1981 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1999 Citroen C 15 (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen C 15 | 1981 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | C 15 | Taft |
Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2030 mm |