1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1988 TVR S2
To start off, 1988 TVR S2 is newer by 20 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 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 TVR S2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR S2 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR S2 should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 TVR S2 weights approximately 225 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, 1988 TVR S2 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 TVR S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Daihatsu Compagno | 1988 TVR S2 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | TVR |
| Model | Compagno | S2 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 2933 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2290 mm |
