1996 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1999 Fiat Palio
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 150 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Palio. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Rocky | 1999 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Rocky | Palio |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2236 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1230 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 |
