1994 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1950 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 360 kg more than 1950 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | 1950 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Rocky | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
