1995 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2005 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Palio (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1995 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 246 kg more than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Because 1995 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Daihatsu Rocky | 2005 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Rocky | Palio |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2430 mm |
