1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1997 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. (91 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 980 kg more than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 1997 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Chrysler | Daihatsu |
| Model | Imperial | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2540 mm |
