1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1979 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (64 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 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 106 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 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, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1979 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
Model | Giulietta | Taft |
Year Released | 1961 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2030 mm |