1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1984 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1984 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 180 kg more than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1984 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
Model | Giulietta | Taft |
Year Released | 1957 | 1984 |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2030 mm |