1997 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1976 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider (139 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 365 kg more than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1976 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Spider | Taft |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2030 mm |
