1990 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1971 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 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 34 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 885 kg more than 1971 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Toyota Publica. 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, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Publica. (63 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Rocky | 1971 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Rocky | Publica |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2170 mm |
