1970 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2004 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 34 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 797 cc, 1970 Daihatsu Compagno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno.
Because 2004 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 1970 Daihatsu Compagno (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1970 Daihatsu Compagno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Compagno | 2004 Honda Life | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Compagno | Life |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 656 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2370 mm |
