1953 Austin A 70 vs. 1995 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1995 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Daihatsu Rocky (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 106 kg more than 1953 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1995 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 70 | 1995 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 70 | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2540 mm |
