1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1981 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1981 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 110 (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Because 1981 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alpine A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1971 Alpine A 110 (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1971 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 110 | 1981 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Alpine | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 110 | Taft |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2030 mm |
