1967 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 1,306 cc, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1967 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, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Daihatsu Compagno | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Compagno | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 1306 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |