1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1980 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 10 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 1,777 cc (3 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 20 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 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1980 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | 33 | Taft |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2030 mm |
