1970 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept is newer by 35 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept weights approximately 475 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Compagno | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Compagno | Bionic Car Concept |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 1991 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2570 mm |
