2005 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1979 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 26 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 958 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Copen (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Copen.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Daihatsu Copen. 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, 2005 Daihatsu Copen (102 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Copen | 1979 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Copen | Taft |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2030 mm |
