1963 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1996 Toyota MR2

To start off, 1996 Toyota MR2 is newer by 33 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota MR2 (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 850 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, 1996 Toyota MR2 (131 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm). This means 1996 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Daihatsu Compagno 1996 Toyota MR2
Make Daihatsu Toyota
Model Compagno MR2
Year Released 1963 1996
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 797 cc 1988 cc
Horse Power 35 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 66 Nm 131 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 765 kg 1615 kg
Vehicle Length 3810 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1250 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2410 mm