2000 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1978 Morgan 4
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Morgan 4 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 5 more horse power than 1978 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1978 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 720 kg more than 1978 Morgan 4. 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 Morgan 4. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Morgan 4. (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Rocky | 1978 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morgan |
| Model | Rocky | 4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2450 mm |
