1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1970 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,530 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Sunbeam Alpine (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 175 kg more than 1970 Sunbeam Alpine.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Sunbeam Alpine. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Alpine. 1970 Sunbeam Alpine has automatic transmission and 1978 Daihatsu Taft has manual transmission. 1978 Daihatsu Taft will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Sunbeam Alpine will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Taft | 1970 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Sunbeam |
| Model | Taft | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2530 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2510 mm |
