1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2008 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 40 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda NSX weights approximately 681 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, 2008 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Compagno | NSX |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 3179 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2540 mm |
