1996 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1971 Fiat 850
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 850.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Rocky | 1971 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Rocky | 850 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2236 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2040 mm |
