1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1978 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 2,530 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 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 295 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1978 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Alfasud | Taft |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2530 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1185 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 |
