2000 Citroen C2 vs. 1979 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 2000 Citroen C2 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C2 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 25 kg more than 2000 Citroen C2.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen C2. 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 Citroen C2 (120 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C2 | 1979 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C2 | Taft |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2030 mm |
