1994 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1955 Fiat 600
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 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 50 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 790 kg more than 1955 Fiat 600. 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 1955 Fiat 600. 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (39 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | 1955 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Rocky | 600 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2010 mm |
