1990 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1951 Ferrari 212
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ferrari 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ferrari 212 would be higher. At 2,562 cc (12 cylinders), 1951 Ferrari 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Ferrari 212 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (88 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 426 kg more than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Because 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Ferrari 212. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1951 Ferrari 212 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Ferrari 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Rocky | 1951 Ferrari 212 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ferrari |
| Model | Rocky | 212 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2260 mm |
