1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1980 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1980 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 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 230 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1980 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1980 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | GTA | Taft |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 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 |
