1970 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1998 Venturi 400

To start off, 1998 Venturi 400 is newer by 28 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi 400 (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Venturi 400 weights approximately 360 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, 1998 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Daihatsu Compagno 1998 Venturi 400
Make Daihatsu Venturi
Model Compagno 400
Year Released 1970 1998
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 797 cc 2975 cc
Horse Power 35 HP 396 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 66 Nm 520 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 1150 kg
Vehicle Length 3800 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 1450 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1170 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2500 mm


 

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