1971 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1970 Daihatsu Compagno

To start off, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 1 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 725 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, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno.

Compare all specifications:

1971 Chevrolet Camaro 1970 Daihatsu Compagno
Make Chevrolet Daihatsu
Model Camaro Compagno
Year Released 1971 1970
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5025 cc 797 cc
Horse Power 130 HP 35 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 318 Nm 66 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1515 kg 790 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 3800 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1450 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2230 mm


 

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