1963 AC Cobra vs. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Cobra (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 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 430 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 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, 1963 AC Cobra (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | AC | Daihatsu |
| Model | Cobra | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 2764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2210 mm |
