1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1980 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1980 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 200 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1980 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1980 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
Model | GTA | Taft |
Year Released | 1967 | 1980 |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2030 mm |