1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1976 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1976 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (66 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 277 kg more than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1976 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
Model | 2000 | Taft |
Year Released | 1958 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2030 mm |