1965 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1966 Jaguar 420G

To start off, 1966 Jaguar 420G is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar 420G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar 420G (255 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G should accelerate faster than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 988 kg more than 1965 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, 1966 Jaguar 420G (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Daihatsu Compagno 1966 Jaguar 420G
Make Daihatsu Jaguar
Model Compagno 420G
Year Released 1965 1966
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 797 cc 4235 cc
Horse Power 35 HP 255 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 66 Nm 373 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 1778 kg
Vehicle Length 3800 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 1450 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 3050 mm


 

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