1964 Austin A 90 vs. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 90 weights approximately 192 kg more than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1964 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 90 | 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 90 | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2540 mm |
