1958 Abarth 750 vs. 2000 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 750. (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 840 kg more than 1958 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 750 | 2000 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
| Model | 750 | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
| 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 | 60 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2540 mm |
