1988 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk would be higher. At 3,041 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 210 kg more than 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk.
Because 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Rocky | 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Studebaker |
| Model | Rocky | Silver Hawk |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 3041 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3070 mm |
