1994 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (401 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Daihatsu Rocky | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Rocky | 159 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2765 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |