1987 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1979 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 43 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1979 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | 33 | Taft |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 977 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2030 mm |
