1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1976 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1976 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (66 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 103 kg more than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1976 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1976 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Giulietta | Taft |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 957 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2030 mm |
