1965 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2009 Kia Borrego

To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego 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 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 495 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 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Daihatsu Compagno 2009 Kia Borrego
Make Daihatsu Kia
Model Compagno Borrego
Year Released 1965 2009
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 797 cc 3776 cc
Horse Power 35 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 66 Nm 362 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 1285 kg
Vehicle Length 3800 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1450 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2900 mm


 

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