1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1990 Honda NSX
To start off, 1990 Honda NSX is newer by 22 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda NSX (270 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda NSX weights approximately 575 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, 1990 Honda NSX (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Daihatsu Compagno | 1990 Honda NSX | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Compagno | NSX |
Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 2976 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2610 mm |