1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 310 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Giulia | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2210 mm |
