1966 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 46 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1874 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Daihatsu Compagno | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Daihatsu | Chevrolet |
Model | Compagno | Express |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 4800 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3429 mm |