2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1975 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Taft.
Because 1975 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1975 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Brera | Taft |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2030 mm |
