1965 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1995 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1995 Dodge Spirit is newer by 30 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Spirit (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 464 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, 1995 Dodge Spirit, 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, 1995 Dodge Spirit (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Daihatsu Compagno | 1995 Dodge Spirit | |
Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
Model | Compagno | Spirit |
Year Released | 1965 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 2500 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2630 mm |