1963 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1972 Dodge Charger
To start off, 1972 Dodge Charger is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Charger (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Charger weights approximately 945 kg more than 1963 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, 1972 Dodge Charger (470 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Daihatsu Compagno | 1972 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
Model | Compagno | Charger |
Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 6555 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3010 mm |