1966 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2006 Honda Legend

To start off, 2006 Honda Legend is newer by 40 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Legend weights approximately 857 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.

Because 1966 Daihatsu Compagno is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. 2006 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1966 Daihatsu Compagno has manual transmission. 1966 Daihatsu Compagno will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Daihatsu Compagno 2006 Honda Legend
Make Daihatsu Honda
Model Compagno Legend
Year Released 1966 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 797 cc 3474 cc
Horse Power 35 HP 291 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 66 Nm 298 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 813 kg 1670 kg
Vehicle Length 3880 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1450 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2910 mm


 

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