1994 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1963 Riley 4
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Riley 4 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) has 5 more horse power than 1963 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1963 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 342 kg more than 1963 Riley 4. 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 1963 Riley 4. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | 1963 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Riley |
| Model | Rocky | 4 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1963 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2530 mm |
