1970 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2004 Honda S2000
To start off, 2004 Honda S2000 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 2,147 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda S2000 (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda S2000 weights approximately 496 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, 2004 Honda S2000 (217 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Daihatsu Compagno | 2004 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Compagno | S2000 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 2147 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1286 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |