1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1988 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Daihatsu Rocky (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 690 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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 (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1988 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Alfasud | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2540 mm |
