1965 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1981 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1981 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 16 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 2,292 cc, 1981 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda RX-7 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 295 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, 1981 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Daihatsu Compagno | 1981 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Compagno | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 2292 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2430 mm |