1966 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 44 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
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, 2010 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. 2010 Dodge Nitro 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. 2010 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Daihatsu Compagno | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Compagno | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 4000 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2764 mm |
