1995 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 14 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, 1995 Daihatsu Rocky (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 246 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1995 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Daihatsu Rocky | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Rocky | Panda |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2310 mm |
