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 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 520 kg more than 1984 Lancia Beta.
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 (211 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 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 | Middle |
Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2310 mm |