2005 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1981 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1981 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | 147 | Taft |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2030 mm |
