1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1988 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 535 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Daihatsu Rocky (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1988 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | 33 | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2540 mm |
