1990 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Tipo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. (88 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 170 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Because 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Fiat Tipo. 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 (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (156 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1990 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Rocky | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Rocky | Tipo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2550 mm |
