1948 Bristol 400 vs. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Bristol 400 (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Bristol 400 should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 320 kg more than 1948 Bristol 400.
Because 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Bristol 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Bristol 400 | 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Bristol | Daihatsu |
| Model | 400 | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2540 mm |
