1963 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1987 TVR 420
To start off, 1987 TVR 420 is newer by 24 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 4,225 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 TVR 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR 420 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR 420 should accelerate faster than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 TVR 420 weights approximately 405 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, 1987 TVR 420 (393 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 TVR 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Daihatsu Compagno | 1987 TVR 420 | |
Make | Daihatsu | TVR |
Model | Compagno | 420 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 4225 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2390 mm |