1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1981 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1981 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 60 kg more than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (142 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1981 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Alfetta | Taft |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2030 mm |
