1969 AMC Hornet vs. 1965 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 1969 AMC Hornet is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 4,983 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 AMC Hornet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 AMC Hornet (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC Hornet should accelerate faster than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 AMC Hornet weights approximately 584 kg more than 1965 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, 1969 AMC Hornet (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1969 AMC Hornet | 1965 Daihatsu Compagno | |
Make | AMC | Daihatsu |
Model | Hornet | Compagno |
Year Released | 1969 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4983 cc | 797 cc |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2230 mm |