1996 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2006 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 10 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, 2006 Fiat Stilo (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Stilo. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Rocky | 2006 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Rocky | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2236 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 | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
