1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1999 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Rocky (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 455 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1999 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Alfasud | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2540 mm |
