1961 AC Aceca vs. 1999 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Aceca (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 486 kg more than 1961 AC Aceca.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Aceca | 1999 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | AC | Daihatsu |
| Model | Aceca | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2540 mm |
