1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1992 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 480 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1992 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Daihatsu Rocky (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1992 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Alfasud | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2210 mm |
