1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 1979 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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 Dardo (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 1979 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Dardo | Taft |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2030 mm |
