1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1986 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1986 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 490 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1986 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Daihatsu Rocky (171 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1986 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Giulietta | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1357 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2540 mm |
