1961 Austin 7 vs. 2000 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 39 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 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 770 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, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 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 | 2000 Daihatsu Rocky | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | 7 | Rocky |
Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1380 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 |