2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1982 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 18 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 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1982 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
Model | 156 | Taft |
Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2030 mm |