1959 Alvis TD vs. 1965 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 1965 Daihatsu Compagno is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alvis TD would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Alvis TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Alvis TD (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 635 kg more than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1959 Alvis TD (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alvis TD | 1965 Daihatsu Compagno | |
Make | Alvis | Daihatsu |
Model | TD | Compagno |
Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 797 cc |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2230 mm |