1977 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1968 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 9 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 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 250 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, 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1968 Daihatsu Compagno | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
Model | GTV | Compagno |
Year Released | 1977 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 797 cc |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2230 mm |