1984 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1984 Lancia Beta
To start off, both 1984 Daihatsu Rocky and 1984 Lancia Beta were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 350 kg more than 1984 Lancia Beta. 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 1984 Lancia Beta. 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 (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Beta. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Daihatsu Rocky | 1984 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
Model | Rocky | Beta |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2360 mm |