1989 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1978 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 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 2,530 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 125 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1978 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | 75 | Taft |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 1567 cc | 2530 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2030 mm |
