1966 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2012 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Defender 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 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1943 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 2012 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Daihatsu Compagno | 2012 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Daihatsu | Land Rover |
Model | Compagno | Defender |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 2402 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2370 mm |