1963 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1998 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 1998 Dodge Stealth is newer by 35 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 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 965 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.
Because 1998 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Stealth will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Daihatsu Compagno | 1998 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Compagno | Stealth |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 2971 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2480 mm |
