1987 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Daihatsu Rocky (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 70 kg more than 1949 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Daihatsu Rocky (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Rocky | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Triumph |
| Model | Rocky | Renown |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2750 mm |
