2000 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1978 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (73 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 510 kg more than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Rocky | 1978 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Rocky | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2430 mm |
