1963 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1981 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1981 Holden Commodore is newer by 18 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 4,142 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Holden Commodore (134 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Commodore weights approximately 585 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, 1981 Holden Commodore (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Daihatsu Compagno | 1981 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
| Model | Compagno | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 4142 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2670 mm |
