1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 1968 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Charger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Charger (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 540 kg more than 1968 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, 1973 Chrysler Charger (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 1968 Daihatsu Compagno | |
| Make | Chrysler | Daihatsu |
| Model | Charger | Compagno |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 797 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2230 mm |
