1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 42 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 855 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 2012 Porsche Cayman 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 2012 Porsche Cayman. 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, 2012 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
Model | Fellow | Cayman |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1306 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2416 mm |