1998 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2004 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Stilo (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 36 kg more than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Stilo. 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, 2004 Fiat Stilo (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Rocky | 2004 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Rocky | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
