1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1976 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1976 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 310 kg more than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1976 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
Model | Spider | Taft |
Year Released | 1966 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2030 mm |