1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1979 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (52 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 145 kg more than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1979 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
Model | Giulietta | Taft |
Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2030 mm |