1957 Abarth 750 vs. 1990 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 975 kg more than 1957 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 750 | 1990 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
| Model | 750 | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2540 mm |
