1961 AC Cobra vs. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,265 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 580 kg more than 1961 AC Cobra.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 AC Cobra. 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, 1961 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (211 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | AC | Daihatsu |
| Model | Cobra | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2540 mm |
