1966 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 38 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (329 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 865 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, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Daihatsu Compagno | 2004 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | Daihatsu | Vauxhall |
Model | Compagno | Monaro |
Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 5665 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 329 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2800 mm |