1971 Buick Centurion vs. 1965 Daihatsu Compagno

To start off, 1971 Buick Centurion is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Centurion (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1965 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, 1971 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno.

Compare all specifications:

1971 Buick Centurion 1965 Daihatsu Compagno
Make Buick Daihatsu
Model Centurion Compagno
Year Released 1971 1965
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7468 cc 797 cc
Horse Power 226 HP 35 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 498 Nm 66 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 2070 kg 790 kg
Vehicle Length 5650 mm 3800 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1450 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 3160 mm 2230 mm