1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 100 kg more than 1954 Austin A 90.
Because 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 90. 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, 1954 Austin A 90 (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 90 | 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 90 | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1490 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 |
