1961 Austin 7 vs. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 880 kg more than 1961 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | 7 | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2540 mm |
