1965 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1991 TVR Griffith is newer by 26 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 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 TVR Griffith (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 TVR Griffith 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, 1991 TVR Griffith (498 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Daihatsu Compagno | 1991 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Daihatsu | TVR |
Model | Compagno | Griffith |
Year Released | 1965 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 4997 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2290 mm |