1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1990 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 420 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (283 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1990 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Giulietta | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2540 mm |
