1989 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1965 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat 2300 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 250 kg more than 1965 Fiat 2300.
Because 1989 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Fiat 2300. 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, 1965 Fiat 2300 (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Rocky | 1965 Fiat 2300 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Rocky | 2300 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
