1965 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1969 Holden Monaro

To start off, 1969 Holden Monaro is newer by 4 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 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 350 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, 1969 Holden Monaro (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Daihatsu Compagno 1969 Holden Monaro
Make Daihatsu Holden
Model Compagno Monaro
Year Released 1965 1969
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 797 cc 2638 cc
Horse Power 35 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 66 Nm 213 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 765 kg 1115 kg
Vehicle Length 3810 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2830 mm