1965 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2009 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 44 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 901 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Daihatsu Compagno | 2009 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
Model | Compagno | Nitro |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 3701 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2770 mm |