1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1988 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1988 TVR Tuscan 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 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Tuscan (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 159 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 Tuscan (298 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 TVR Tuscan 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 Tuscan | |
Make | Daihatsu | TVR |
Model | Compagno | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 3532 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2290 mm |