1993 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 516 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Peugeot 204. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Rocky | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Rocky | 204 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2310 mm |
