1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1981 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1981 Holden Commodore is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 1,892 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Holden Commodore (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Commodore weights approximately 370 kg more than 1968 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, 1981 Holden Commodore (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Daihatsu Compagno | 1981 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
| Model | Compagno | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 1892 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2670 mm |
