1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1979 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 10 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1979 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Giulia | Taft |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2030 mm |
