1999 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1954 Ford Popular
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Popular would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Rocky (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 645 kg more than 1954 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Ford Popular. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Rocky | 1954 Ford Popular | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Rocky | Popular |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2300 mm |
