1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1989 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 487 kg more than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1989 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1989 Daihatsu Rocky (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1989 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Giulietta | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 863 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2210 mm |
