1970 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2008 Ford F-450
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 38 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno.
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, 2008 Ford F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 815 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Compagno | 2008 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Compagno | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 6400 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 6670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 4390 mm |
