1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1980 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (94 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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 75 (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1980 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
Model | 75 | Taft |
Year Released | 1987 | 1980 |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2030 mm |