1965 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2002 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2002 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 37 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 510 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, 2002 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Daihatsu Compagno | 2002 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jensen |
| Model | Compagno | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 4601 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
