1966 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 47 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lotus Evora weights approximately 674 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, 2013 Lotus Evora (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Daihatsu Compagno | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lotus |
| Model | Compagno | Evora |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2575 mm |
