1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1988 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 190 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1988 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | 2600 | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2540 mm |
