1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 1979 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,646 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alpine A 110 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 290 kg more than 1976 Alpine A 110.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alpine A 110. 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, 1976 Alpine A 110 (128 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm). This means 1976 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 110 | 1979 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Alpine | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 110 | Taft |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2030 mm |
