1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1978 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 126 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1978 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
Model | Alfasud | Taft |
Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2030 mm |