1984 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1977 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna should accelerate faster than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 170 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna.
Because 1977 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna | 1977 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Arna | Taft |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2030 mm |
