2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1979 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 560 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Caterham 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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 Caterham 7 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 1979 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Caterham | Daihatsu |
Model | 7 | Taft |
Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2030 mm |