1984 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1969 Fiat 500
To start off, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky (87 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1969 Fiat 500. 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 1969 Fiat 500. 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 (211 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | 1969 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Rocky | 500 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 1850 mm |
