1997 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1999 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider (139 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 5 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. 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 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1999 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Spider | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2540 mm |
