1960 Austin A 90 vs. 1990 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Austin A 90 (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (88 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 90 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. 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 1960 Austin A 90. 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, 1960 Austin A 90 (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 90 | 1990 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 90 | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2210 mm |
