1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1978 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 13 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 2,530 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 555 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1978 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, 1978 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (150 Nm). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1978 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Giulia | Taft |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2530 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1185 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 |
