1970 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1949 Rover P4
To start off, 1970 Daihatsu Compagno is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,102 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Rover P4 (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Rover P4 weights approximately 661 kg more than 1970 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, 1949 Rover P4 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1949 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Daihatsu Compagno | 1949 Rover P4 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Rover |
Model | Compagno | P4 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 2102 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2830 mm |