1954 Austin A 30 vs. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 880 kg more than 1954 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky (171 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 30 | 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 30 | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2540 mm |
