1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1978 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 2,530 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 85 kg more than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1978 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | 1900 | Taft |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 1884 cc | 2530 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2030 mm |
