1969 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1992 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1992 Dodge Viper is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Viper weights approximately 752 kg more than 1969 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, 1992 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Daihatsu Compagno | 1992 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Compagno | Viper |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 7990 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 359 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2520 mm |
