1966 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2008 Honda S2000
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 42 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda S2000 weights approximately 437 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, 2008 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Daihatsu Compagno | 2008 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Compagno | S2000 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 1997 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |