1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1982 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 2,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (68 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 440 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1982 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Daihatsu Taft (165 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1982 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
Model | Alfasud | Taft |
Year Released | 1989 | 1982 |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2764 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2030 mm |