1985 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1971 Jensen FF
To start off, 1985 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen FF weights approximately 415 kg more than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. (171 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daihatsu Rocky | 1971 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jensen |
| Model | Rocky | FF |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2780 mm |
