1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (227 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 302 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (211 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo | 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
Model | Carabo | Rocky |
Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2210 mm |