1984 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1959 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 555 kg more than 1959 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Peugeot 203. 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, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | 1959 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Rocky | 203 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2764 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2580 mm |
