1965 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1973 Honda 145
To start off, 1973 Honda 145 is newer by 8 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 1,433 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Honda 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 145 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 145 should accelerate faster than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Honda 145 weights approximately 130 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.
Because 1965 Daihatsu Compagno is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda 145, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Honda 145 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Daihatsu Compagno | 1973 Honda 145 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Compagno | 145 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 1433 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2260 mm |