1957 Abarth 600 vs. 1997 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Daihatsu Rocky (91 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 795 kg more than 1957 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Abarth 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 600 | 1997 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
| Model | 600 | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2540 mm |
