2007 Audi S3 vs. 1975 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 2007 Audi S3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S3 (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S3 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Audi S3 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S3 | 1975 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | S3 | Taft |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2030 mm |
