1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 600 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
Model | Alfasud | Rocky |
Year Released | 1977 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1185 cc | 2765 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2540 mm |