1994 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1957 Riley 1.5
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley 1.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley 1.5 would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1957 Riley 1.5. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 1.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 445 kg more than 1957 Riley 1.5. 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 1957 Riley 1.5. 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 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 1.5. (112 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 1.5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | 1957 Riley 1.5 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Riley |
| Model | Rocky | 1.5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2190 mm |
