1970 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 42 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 882 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Compagno | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Compagno | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 2488 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1672 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3200 mm |
