1959 Austin A 135 vs. 1989 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 135 (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1959 Austin A 135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 135 | 1989 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 135 | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2540 mm |
