1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1976 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1976 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 390 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1976 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (220 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1976 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Giulia | Taft |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2030 mm |
