1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1982 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1982 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 6 kg more than 1982 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1982 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | GT | Taft |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2030 mm |
