1974 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 520 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Because 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Junior | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2540 mm |
