1992 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1963 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Daihatsu Rocky (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 820 kg more than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Daihatsu Rocky (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Rocky | 1963 Mitsubishi 500 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Rocky | 500 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1963 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2070 mm |
