1989 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1959 Riley 4
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Rocky (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 210 kg more than 1959 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Daihatsu Rocky (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Rocky | 1959 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Riley |
| Model | Rocky | 4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
