1959 Austin A 95 vs. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 95 (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 235 kg more than 1959 Austin A 95.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 95. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky (211 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 95 | 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 95 | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2540 mm |
