1951 Austin A 110 vs. 1985 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1985 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Austin A 110 (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 110 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1951 Austin A 110 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. (171 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 110 | 1985 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 110 | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2540 mm |
