1966 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2001 Lexus SC
To start off, 2001 Lexus SC is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus SC (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus SC weights approximately 952 kg more than 1966 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, 2001 Lexus SC (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Daihatsu Compagno | 2001 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lexus |
| Model | Compagno | SC |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 4293 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2730 mm |
