2000 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2008 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 90 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 435 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Palio. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Rocky | 2008 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Rocky | Palio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2380 mm |
