2000 Audi A2 vs. 1976 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 2000 Audi A2 is newer by 24 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi A2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A2 (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 120 kg more than 2000 Audi A2.
Because 1976 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 2000 Audi A2 (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A2 | 1976 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
Model | A2 | Taft |
Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2030 mm |