1989 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1978 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 11 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 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 33 (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 110 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Alfa Romeo 33. 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo 33 (113 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1978 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | 33 | Taft |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2030 mm |
