1965 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1997 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantis is newer by 32 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantis (352 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Marcos Mantis weights approximately 424 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, 1997 Marcos Mantis (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Daihatsu Compagno | 1997 Marcos Mantis | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Marcos |
| Model | Compagno | Mantis |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 4599 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1189 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2290 mm |
