1998 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1959 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Rocky (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 510 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Rocky | 1959 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Rocky | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2340 mm |
