1965 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1992 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1992 Holden Commodore is newer by 27 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Holden Commodore (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Holden Commodore weights approximately 605 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, 1992 Holden Commodore (288 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Daihatsu Compagno | 1992 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
| Model | Compagno | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 3791 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2740 mm |
