1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1982 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1982 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 21 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 2,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Daihatsu Taft (68 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (64 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 416 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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, 1982 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, 1982 Daihatsu Taft (165 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1982 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
Model | Giulietta | Taft |
Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2764 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1330 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 |