2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1978 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 2,530 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 155 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 1978 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | GT | Taft |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2530 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2030 mm |
