1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2004 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2004 Dodge Viper is newer by 36 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 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 465 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Viper weights approximately 733 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, 2004 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 646 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Daihatsu Compagno | 2004 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Compagno | Viper |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 7988 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2520 mm |
