1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1993 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 440 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 1993 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Daihatsu |
| Model | 100 | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2540 mm |
