1990 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 980 kg more than 1961 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Rocky | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Rocky | Publica |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2140 mm |
