1970 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1974 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1974 Lincoln Continental is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 7,541 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1540 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, 1974 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Daihatsu Compagno | 1974 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lincoln |
Model | Compagno | Continental |
Year Released | 1970 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 7541 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3230 mm |