1994 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1965 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 650T 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 70 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 880 kg more than 1965 Steyr 650T. 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 1965 Steyr 650T. 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | 1965 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Steyr |
| Model | Rocky | 650T |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 1850 mm |
