1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1976 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1976 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 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 20 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1976 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1976 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Giulia | Taft |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2030 mm |
