1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 710 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 1988 Daihatsu Rocky (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1988 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Giulia | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2210 mm |
