1993 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 630 kg more than 1977 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Rocky | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Rocky | 124 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2430 mm |
