1965 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2009 Ford E-150
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford E-150 weights approximately 176 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 Ford E-150 (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Daihatsu Compagno | 2009 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Compagno | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 4606 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3510 mm |
