1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 43 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 726 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.
Because 1968 Daihatsu Compagno is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Daihatsu Compagno | 2011 Honda Accord | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Compagno | Accord |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 2400 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1491 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2799 mm |