1952 Austin A 90 vs. 1999 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Rocky (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 90 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 90. 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, 1952 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 90 | 1999 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 90 | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2540 mm |
