1997 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2001 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2001 Ford Fiesta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Fiesta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. (91 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 404 kg more than 2001 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1997 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Rocky | 2001 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Rocky | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| 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 | 91 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 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 | 976 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |
