2005 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1978 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 958 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Matiz (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 242 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Matiz.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 2005 Daewoo Matiz (70 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Matiz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Matiz | 1978 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Daewoo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Matiz | Taft |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2030 mm |
