2009 Audi TT vs. 1978 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 31 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 2,530 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 290 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
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, 2009 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi TT | 1978 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
Model | TT | Taft |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2530 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2030 mm |