1966 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2010 Mazda RX-8

To start off, 2010 Mazda RX-8 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 1,300 cc, 2010 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 600 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, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.

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1966 Daihatsu Compagno 2010 Mazda RX-8
Make Daihatsu Mazda
Model Compagno RX-8
Year Released 1966 2010
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 797 cc 1300 cc
Horse Power 35 HP 232 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 8500 RPM
Torque 66 Nm 215 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 1390 kg
Vehicle Length 3800 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1450 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1341 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2700 mm