1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 912 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Abarth 500. 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, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
| Model | 500 | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 33 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2540 mm |
