2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 1988 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is newer by 15 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal.
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, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal | 1988 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Kamal | Rocky |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2540 mm |
