1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 1997 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1997 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Speed 12 (800 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 767 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 TVR Speed 12 weights approximately 507 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 TVR Speed 12 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 TVR Speed 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 843 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 1997 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | TVR |
| Model | Fellow | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 800 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 89 mm |
| Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 337 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2650 mm |
