1963 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2009 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 46 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 1195 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (314 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Daihatsu Compagno | 2009 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Compagno | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 3701 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2770 mm |
