1985 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1985 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Beta (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 516 kg more than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Because 1985 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Daihatsu Rocky (171 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daihatsu Rocky | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Rocky | Beta |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 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 | 1044 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 |
