1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2002 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2002 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 34 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 755 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 TVR Speed 12 weights approximately 212 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, 2002 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 815 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Daihatsu Compagno | 2002 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Daihatsu | TVR |
Model | Compagno | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 7730 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2570 mm |