1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1978 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,530 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 62 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 295 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 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, 1978 Daihatsu Taft (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1978 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Alfasud | Taft |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 1185 cc | 2530 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2030 mm |
