1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1984 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 222 kg more than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1984 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | 145 | Taft |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2030 mm |
