1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2005 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 37 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 (321 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 342 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, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Daihatsu Compagno | 2005 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Morgan |
Model | Compagno | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 4398 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2530 mm |