2009 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 1978 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Kalos 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 Chevrolet Kalos (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Kalos should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 150 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. 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, 1978 Daihatsu Taft (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Kalos | 1978 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Kalos | Taft |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 1150 cc | 2530 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2030 mm |