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


 

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