1970 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1990 Holden Apollo
To start off, 1990 Holden Apollo is newer by 20 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Holden Apollo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Apollo (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Apollo weights approximately 415 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.
Because 1970 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 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Holden Apollo, 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, 1990 Holden Apollo (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Daihatsu Compagno | 1990 Holden Apollo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
Model | Compagno | Apollo |
Year Released | 1970 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 1998 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2610 mm |