1971 Audi Variant vs. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi Variant 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 19 more horse power than 1971 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 416 kg more than 1971 Audi Variant. 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 1971 Audi Variant. 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, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi Variant | 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | Variant | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2540 mm |
